The Ministry of Jal Shakti is set to organise the World Water Day Conclave 2026 on March 23 in New Delhi, bringing together key stakeholders to discuss sustainable water management and innovation in the sector. Union Minister for Jal Shakti C R Paatil will attend the inaugural session, along with senior representatives from government and industry.
Focus on industry-led water solutions
The conclave, themed Industry for Water, aims to create a national platform for dialogue, collaboration and knowledge-sharing. According to the Ministry, the event will encourage discussions on scalable and technology-driven solutions to address water-related challenges.
Policymakers, industry leaders, academic experts, startups, MSMEs and young innovators are expected to participate. The focus will remain on fostering partnerships that can translate ideas into practical and impactful outcomes.
The event will see participation from over 700 delegates representing multiple sectors. One of the highlights of the conclave will be the felicitation of the winners of the Jal Shakti Hackathon. These awards will recognise innovative and effective solutions developed to tackle pressing issues in the water sector.
The Ministry noted that such initiatives are intended to encourage fresh ideas and support emerging talent working towards sustainable water management.
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Marking World Water Day
The conclave is being organised as part of the observance of World Water Day, marked globally on March 22 each year. The day was designated by the United Nations General Assembly and has been observed annually since 1993.
World Water Day aims to raise awareness about the global water crisis, particularly the challenges faced by 2.1 billion people who still lack access to safe drinking water. The Ministry said the conclave aligns with these global efforts by promoting dialogue and solutions to improve water access and management.
