Deputy Chief Minister Rajendra Shukla stated that Israel is renowned worldwide for its expertise in water management. With their experience, efforts, and recommendations, better water management will be implemented in the Rewa Municipal Corporation area.
He emphasized that the planning should consider future needs and demands. Shukla stressed the importance of ensuring a leak-proof water distribution system in Rewa city, guaranteeing that pure water reaches every household. Along with water storage, water conservation is equally essential to meet future demands. Treating and reusing water is the need of the hour and aligns with environmental sustainability. Planning should be carried out with these aspects in focus. Deputy Chief Minister Shukla discussed the expansion, management, and strengthening of water supply facilities in Rewa Municipal Corporation with the Israeli delegation at his residence office in Char Imli.
The Israeli delegation shared their expertise in efficient water management, distribution, and strengthening water distribution networks. Identifying both artificial and natural water sources crucial for water resource management. Artificial pillars include wastewater reuse, while natural pillars involve rainwater harvesting, groundwater recharge, lake and groundwater monitoring, and floodwater storage. Effective conservation and recovery can ensure the sustainable use of water resources.
The Israeli delegation included Water Attaché Ms. Noa Amsalem from the Israeli Embassy in India and Senior Water Resources Specialist Neeraj Gahlawat.
Role of Israel’s Water Attaché in India
In India, the Water Attaché focuses on strengthening partnerships between both countries in water resource management, technical cooperation, and research. They facilitate knowledge exchange in areas such as water conservation, recycling, and efficient irrigation technologies. Additionally, they contribute to water security, pollution control, and policy development. The Water Attaché also promotes joint projects between academic and research institutions and helps develop long-term solutions to address water crises.
15,000 New Tap Connections and 450 km Distribution Network to be Ready in Rewa Within the Next Two Years
Technical Advisor UADD Satish Kumar Rao provided insights into the current status and proposed plans for water management in Rewa. Currently, 45,000 households are connected through a 550 km distribution network, with a storage capacity of 23 million KL and 58 MLD (Million Liters per Day) water treatment capacity. Under the AMRUT 2.0 project, by 2026, it is proposed to establish a 37 MLD water treatment plant, increase storage capacity to 18.7 million KL, expand the distribution network by 450 km, and provide 15,000 new water connections.
Additionally, repairing the old network system will be a key focus. The goal is to ensure 24x7 water supply in Rewa, with public awareness campaigns included in the proposal to promote responsible water usage.
