¨ Maharashtra
topped the 6th National Water Awards 2024.
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On 11 November, the winners of the 6th
National Water Awards were announced by Union Minister of Jal Shakti Shri C.R.
Paatil at Shram Shakti Bhawan, New Delhi.
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Forty-six winners, including joint
winners, were selected for 10 categories.
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The categories include Best State, Best
District, Best Village Panchayat, Best Urban Local Body, Best School or
College, Best Industry, Best Water User Association, Best Institution (other
than school or college), Best Civil Society and Best Individual for Excellence
in the Water Sector.
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Maharashtra was conferred the first prize
in the Best State category, followed by Gujarat and Haryana in second and third
positions, respectively.
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Each winner will receive a citation,
trophy, and cash prize in applicable categories.
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The award ceremony will be held on 18
November 2025 at Vigyan Bhawan, New Delhi, where President Droupadi Murmu will
be the chief guest.
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Since 2018, the National Water Awards have
been recognising individuals and organisations contributing to a ‘Jal Samridh
Bharat’.
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For the 2024 awards, 751 applications were
received and evaluated by a jury, followed by ground verification by CWC and
CGWB.
¨ These
awards aim to encourage sustainable water practices and foster a nationwide
movement for conservation and responsible usage.
