The technical program will host expert-led panel discussions, keynote sessions, and knowledge-sharing workshops, focusing on integrated water resource management, climate resilience, policy frameworks, and heritage-based sustainability models. With a strong emphasis on collaboration, innovation, and actionable insights, the event aims to foster meaningful discussions and real-world solutions for securing India’s water future.
Key Themes Include:
Integrated Water Resource Management (IWRM)
Effective water management requires a holistic approach that integrates surface water, groundwater, and rainwater harvesting. IWRM emphasizes catchment-scale planning, efficient allocation, and multi-sectoral coordination to optimize water use. This theme will explore best practices in watershed management, interlinking rivers and decentralized water governance models.
Smart Technologies in Water Management
Advancements in AI, IoT, and real-time monitoring are revolutionizing how water resources are managed. Smart metering, leak detection, and automated irrigation systems enhance efficiency, reduce waste, and optimize water distribution. Discussions will focus on digital water management, predictive analysis, and data-driven policy-making for sustainable water use.
Sustainable Urban and Rural Water Solutions
Urbanization is straining water supply systems, while rural areas still face access challenges. A balanced approach is needed – restoring traditional water bodies, promoting rainwater harvesting, and implementing decentralized wastewater treatment. This theme will highlight nature-based solutions, resilient urban planning, and innovative community-led initiatives.
Ganga Rejuvenation and River Basin Restoration
The Namami Gange program has made significant strides, but challenges remain in river pollution, ecosystem degradation, and industrial waste management. This theme will examine successful river rejuvenation case studies, eco-restoration strategies, and sustainable river basin governance. Special focus will be on reviving tributaries, preventing groundwater depletion, and ensuring long-term conservation.
Climate Resilience and Water Security
With increasing drought, floods, and erratic monsoons, climate resilience is central to India’s water future. This theme will explore adaptive measures like floodplain zoning, resilient infrastructure, and water-efficient agricultural practices. Strategies to enhance drought preparedness, mitigate groundwater overextraction, and improve water storage capacity will be discussed.
Policy and Governance in Water Management
Robust governance frameworks are essential for effective water regulation, public private partnerships (PPPs), and decentralized decision-making. This theme will focus on water rights, pricing mechanisms. Interstate river disputes, and governance models. Experts will discuss institutional reforms, corporate water responsibility, and legislative innovations to strengthen India’s water governance.
Kashi’s Water Heritage and Future
Varanasi has a rich history of water conservation, with its ghats, kunds, and traditional structures playing a vital role in sustainable management. However, urbanization has led to their neglect. This theme will focus on reviving Kashi’s traditional water wisdom, integrating heritage conservation with modern sustainability practices, and ensuring water security for future generations.