Ministry of Jal Shakti organized the
'World Water Day conclave 2026' in New Delhi on March 23
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Ministry of Jal Shakti
organized the 'World Water Day conclave 2026' in New Delhi on March 23.
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Union Minister of Jal
Shakti, C.R. Patil, participated in the inaugural session of this conclave.
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The conclave focused on
the theme "Industry for Water."
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It provided a national
platform for dialogue, innovation, and collaboration regarding sustainable
water management.
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By bringing together
policymakers, industry stalwarts, academicians, startups, MSMEs, and young
innovators, it offered an opportunity to develop solutions that are
technology-driven and scalable.
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More than 700 delegates
from various sectors participated in this event.
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The winners of the 'Jal
Shakti Hackathon' were felicitated during this event.
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These awards highlight
impactful innovations undertaken in the water sector.
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The conclave was
organized to observe 'World Water Day.'
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World Water Day is
observed annually on March 22.
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The United Nations
General Assembly officially designated this day.
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This day has been
observed every year since 1993.
¨ It raises awareness about the billions of people who lack access to safe water.
¨ World Water Day 2026 focused on the theme "Water and Gender" under the slogan "Where Water Flows, Equality Grows".
