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Views of G. Asok Kumar: “There has been a notable improvement in river water quality”

December 17, 2023

The Namami Gange Programme, launched in 2014, is an integrated conservation mission aimed at accomplishing the twin objectives of reducing pollution and rejuvenating River Ganga and its tributaries. The programme has a comprehensive set of […]

Reuse and Circularity: Potential of using reclaimed water for irrigation

November 4, 2023

In India, the agricultural sector uses more than 80 per cent of the country’s water resources, with well and tube well techniques being the most common methods of irrigation, drawing extensively from groundwater. This has […]

Digital Game Changers: Technological interventions for improving water network management

October 1, 2023

Digitalisation and automation are two key emerging focus areas in India’s water sector. Digital solutions are being employed across segments such as urban drinking water, wastewater and rural water to aid smart measurement, network monitoring, […]

Pipeline Progress: National Gas Grid expansion efforts and challenges

October 1, 2023

A robust gas pipeline infrastructure plays a pivotal role in facilitating the transportation of natural gas and connects the resources to gas-consuming markets. The development and structure of gas markets are primarily determined by the […]

Strengthening Networks: Focus on increasing water pipeline coverage and improving supply efficiency

October 1, 2023

India is one of the fastest growing economies in the world, and its water and wastewater sector is undergoing a massive transformation. The government has actively increased investments and undertaken initiatives to meet the basic […]

Expanding Coverage: Efforts to build a robust pipeline network

October 1, 2023

India is working towards bridging the gap between demand and supply of resources such as water, oil and gas by building an adequate pipeline network. In order to cater to the increasing demand, augmentation of […]

A Sustainable Path: Strategies to cope with the looming wastewater crisis

September 11, 2023

Earlier this year, India, with an estimated population of 1.42 billion, surpassed China to become the most populated country in the world (Press Release, UN DESA, April 24, 2023). The staggering number has several implications […]

Modernising Systems: Digital initiatives in the sewage and wastewater sector

September 9, 2023

With its status as the world’s most populous nation, India faces a formidable task of ensuring the universal provision of safe sanitation and efficient sewage and wastewater management, capable of catering to a booming urban […]

Aiming for Water Circularity: Initiatives for recycling and reusing treated wastewater

September 9, 2023

India is at a high risk of water scarcity and is among the highly water-stressed nations. While it accounts for 18 per cent of the global population, the country has access to only 4 per […]

A Critical Challenge: Integrated approach essential to ensure water security

August 26, 2023

Water, being the most abundant natural resource on the planet, is the core of sustainable development and is critical for healthy ecosystems, food and energy production, industries, households, and other activities. According to the European […]

Sustainable Management: Growing environmental consciousness in the water and waste sector

August 25, 2023

The government and industries are making concerted efforts to ensure water security. There is growing focus on achieving 24×7 water supply in urban and rural areas, and on recycling and reusing treated wastewater to reduce […]

Interview with D. Thara: “Water and waste issues are taking centre stage”

August 25, 2023

With Indian cities urbanising at a rapid pace, their water resources have been getting stretched and waste generation has been rising significantly. This has necessitated the expansion of the water pipeline network and the creation […]

Key Statistics: Progress under key schemes

August 22, 2023

Jal Jeevan Mission Of the total 192.4 million rural households in India, 128.84 million have tap water connections. Of these, about 60 per cent were provided connections after the launch of the Jal Jeevan Mission. […]

Key Statistics: Growth in drinking water and sanitation network

August 22, 2023

Improved access to potable water Drinking water supply to the urban population in India has grown at a CAGR of around 2.7 per cent between 2002 and 2022, including both pipe and non-pipe networks. An […]

The Journey So Far: Timeline of events over the past 25 years

August 22, 2023

Sustainable Farming: Key trends and initiatives in the irrigation sector

July 28, 2023

The irrigation coverage in India has increased to around 50 per cent of the net sown area at present, from 17 per cent at the time of Independence. According to NITI Aayog, in 2022-23, of […]

Innovative Approach: EPC contractors’ perspective on irrigation projects in India

July 28, 2023

Irrigation area coverage in India has increased from around 17 per cent of the net sown area at the time of Independence to around 50 per cent at present. This has been possible with the […]

Modern Method: Micro-irrigation emerges as an efficient water management solution

July 28, 2023

India currently accounts for 18 per cent of the world’s population and it is projected to reach approximately 1.4 billion by 2025 and 1.62 billion by 2050. As the population grows, there will be an […]

Ensuring 24×7 Supply: DJB’s strategies for water management

July 28, 2023

The growing population in Delhi is leading to an unprecedented demand for water from residential and industrial areas. The responsibility for the production and distribution of potable water in Delhi lies with the Delhi Jal […]

Reliable Supply: Initiatives to address the water security challenge

May 29, 2023

India possesses nearly 4 per cent of the global freshwater resources, according to NITI Aayog. Around 600 million people in India lack access to clean water, making it the biggest water crisis in history. Rapid […]