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Every Drop Counts: Jangaon’s Low-cost Rainwater Harvesting Pits Show the Way Forward

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As every drop of water counts, a low-cost water harvesting pit initiative in Jangaon district has caught national attention. To conserve water, government employees in Jangaon have joined a voluntary effort and constructed nearly 7,175 rainwater harvesting pits on a war footing. It is estimated that this effort will yield at least one TMC of water, increasing groundwater levels over a period of time. The National Water Mission (NWM), Ministry of Jal Shakti, Department of Water Resources, Government of India, has lauded the “people-driven, low-cost water conservation structures.” “Every drop…

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Pmc News: Pune to Deploy Leak Detection Squad as Water Losses Mount

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Facing growing concerns over water wastage, the Pune Municipal Corporation (PMC) will roll out a dedicated “leak detection squad” next month. The move aims to plug losses in the supply network and make better use of the city’s limited water resources. PMC sources said the city receives nearly 20 TMC of water every year, but about 40 percent never reaches homes. Losses occur due to evaporation, seepage in dams, and leakages in the pipeline system. Civic officials said the new squad will regularly inspect the network and repair damaged sections.…

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Let’s Talk Water: Bengaluru Startup Ecostp Bets on Natural Sewage Treatment to Tackle India’s Water Crisis

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With India’s population crossing 1.4 billion, and Karnataka alone home to nearly 1.5 crore people, sewage has become one of the country’s most pressing challenges. (ECOSTP) Most people do not understand sewage, and fewer still care about it. Speaking on South First’s Let’s Talk Water podcast, Tharun Kumar, CEO and Founder of ECOSTP, a Bengaluru-based startup reimagining wastewater treatment, highlighted how homebuyers often prioritise bathroom fittings, lakes or parks, but rarely check for the presence of a sewage treatment plant (STP). “Recently, even builders have started advertising on radio asking…

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Heavy Rains Keep Punjab Rivers in Spate, Relief Efforts Intensify

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The flood situation in Punjab has further intensified with incessant rain lashing several districts and rivers, including the Ghaggar and Beas, flowing in spate. The Ravi, which witnessed very high inflows last week, has inundated large parts of border towns and nearby villages. According to officials, improvement is expected only once water flow reduces and moves downstream. Many parts of Amritsar and surrounding villages have been severely impacted, with reports of extensive damage to houses, farmlands, and infrastructure. More than 1,000 villages have been affected due to overflowing rivers and…

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Honorable Union Jal Shakti Minister Shri C.R. Patil unveils ‘Jalkranti’, applauds Gujarat’s water conservation efforts.

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Ahmedabad witnessed a significant moment in the state’s water conservation journey with the launch of ‘Jalkranti’, a book authored by Shri Mansukh Suvagiya, widely regarded as the pioneer of Gujarat’s grassroots water revolution. The book was unveiled by Hon’ble Union Minister of Jal Shakti and President, BJP Gujarat, Shri C.R. Paatil, in the presence of senior Ministers, Members of Parliament, and social leaders. Addressing the gathering, Shri Paatil commended Shri Suvagiya’s decades-long commitment to water conservation, highlighting his leadership in the construction of more than 3,200 check dams and lakes…

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ROUNDTABLE CONFERENCE ON SWACHH BHARAT MISSION GRAMEEN (SBM-G) FOCUSES ON SUSTAINABILITY, COMMUNITY OWNERSHIP, AND CREDIBLE PROGRESS FOR SWACHH BHARAT MISSION

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The Department of Drinking Water and Sanitation convened a Roundtable Conference on Swachh Bharat Mission Grameen (SBM-G) at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi. The meeting brought together State Ministers and officials from 28 States/UTs to review progress and chart the next phase of rural sanitation. Union Minister Shri C.R. Patil praised collective achievements and stressed innovation, waste-to energy, and climate-resilient sanitation. He emphasized that SBM-G and JJM together ensure sustainable sanitation and water security. With every rural household receiving tap water through JJM, effective greywater management under SBM-G becomes crucial. The…

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Vietwater 2025 – The Premier Meeting Point for Vietnam’s Water Industry

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Vietnam’s  water sector is entering a period of strong development, emerging as a vital infrastructure industry that is drawing increasing attention from government bodies, businesses, and international investors. Against this backdrop, Vietwater 2025 reaffirms its role as the leading industry event, connecting domestic and global enterprises with the latest trends, technologies, and solutions. The exhibition will take place from October 22 to 24, 2025, at the SECC in Ho Chi Minh City, featuring over 400 exhibitors from 45 countries and welcoming more than 11,000 trade visitors. This year, Vietwater will…

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GVMC FAST-TRACKS RS 1,200 CR DESALINATION PLANT FOR VIZAG

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The Greater Visakhapatnam Municipal Corporation (GVMC) is accelerating plans to launch a 100 MLD desalination plant, aimed at addressing industrial water demand and easing pressure on domestic supply. A stakeholder meeting was recently held with Andhra Pradesh Urban Infrastructure and Asset Management Limited (APUIAML) and Israel-based IDE Technologies to discuss feasibility and project components. Officials confirmed that a request for proposal (RFP) will be floated shortly. As per the initial proposals, the 100 MLD plant is estimated to cost around Rs 1,200 crore. The project is likely to be executed…

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Communities, Businesses, and NGOs Unite to Tackle Water Challenges for World Water Day 2025

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Volunteers Invited to Join a Global Wave of Action to Expand Clean Water Access WASHINGTON, DC (Feb. 18, 2025) – With 2.2 billion people lacking safe water, communities, businesses, and NGOs are taking bold action this World Water Day to accelerate solutions. From March 17-22, thousands of volunteers worldwide will mobilize to improve water security – through cleanups, education programs, and projects expanding access to safe water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH). “Around the world, volunteers are driving meaningful progress toward providing clean water and sanitation for communities everywhere,” said Austin Alexander, Vice…

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Boosting Water, Sanitation, and Sustainability: Key Investments in the 2025-26 Budget

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The 2025-26 budget reaffirms the Indian government’s strong focus on enhancing water resources, sanitation, and sustainability through substantial investments in critical programs: These initiatives not only cater to immediate water-intensive sectors but also contribute to environmental sustainability and rural prosperity, positioning the water, wastewater, and solid waste industries for significant growth. The 2025-26 budget is poised to drive eco-friendly, safe, and efficient industrial development across key sectors. By NP Singh, Sales Leader for India at MANN+HUMMEL, Specializing in Water and Membrane Solutions

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