The Orissa Environmental Society (OES) in association with the Odisha Krushak Mahasangha and the Eco Friends celebrated World Water Day at its premises here last week.
Steel and Mines Minister Prafulla Kumar Mallick, who was the chief guest, said the use of water is increasing with the rising rate of population. In the fields of agriculture, industry and business organisations along with the household chores, the use of water is also rising, he added. The water sources are now being contaminated, and useable water level is decreasing. Water sources should be protected and preserved, he added.
Regarding the water shortage, he also said the Government along with the private organisatons should organise programmes to create awareness among people.
Krushaka Magasangha president Bibhudhendra Pratap Das informed the importance of celebration of the Water Day.