Union Minister Gajendra Singh Shekhawat has underscored the gravity of the global water pollution challenge and emphasized the critical role of such events where knowledge exchange support sustainable management of water resources.

Addressing a conclave on Water and Waste Management, the Jal Shakti Minister commended the organizers for initiating deliberations on this crucial issue and highlighted the transformative initiatives undertaken by the Government of India to address water pollution and ensure water security.

The Water and Waste Management Conclave, hosted by Mu Gamma Consultants and the Centre for Economic Policy Research (CEPR), and sponsored by RailTel, was held in the national Capital last week. The conclave was organized for knowledge sharing and dissemination of the harmful health impacts caused by contaminants of emerging concerns (CECs).

Debashree Mukherjee, Secretary, Department of Water Resources, River Development and Ganga Rejuvenation, Ministry of Jal Shakti emphasized how data and research aid in ensuring clean water access. Dr S K Sarkar, IAS (Retd.), Former Secretary, Ministry of Water Resources and Distinguished Fellow, TERI, addressed the distinguished delegates about the health concerns of polluted water.

Dr. Girija Bharat, Managing Director of Mu Gamma Consultants, delivered the welcome address, setting the stage for the enlightening discussions to follow. Martine Aamdal Bottheim, Deputy Ambassador of Norway to India, delivered a thought-provoking keynote address, emphasizing the importance of international collaborations in addressing water and waste management challenges.