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Day 2 of IIWW 2026 Brings Diverse Perspectives Together on Water Security, Innovation and Resilient WASH Services

Day 2 of IIWW 2026 Brings Diverse Perspectives Together on Water Security, Innovation and Resilient WASH Services
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Day 2 of the 9th India International Water Week (IIWW 2026) at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi, focused on climate-resilient water management with parallel sessions across Country, Water Leaders', Practitioners', and Thematic Forums, alongside the Second International WASH Conference. Discussions covered topics like greywater management, digital technology, source sustainability, and international cooperation involving countries such as the Netherlands and Germany.

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Useful for civil services and public administration aspirants studying national water policies, Jal Jeevan Mission, greywater management, and international water cooperation frameworks.

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In Simple Words

The second day of IIWW 2026 at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi focused on climate-resilient water management. Organized by the Ministry of Jal Shakti, events included Country, Water Leaders', Practitioners', and Thematic Forums, plus the Second International WASH Conference.

Discussions highlighted India-Netherlands cooperation, Jal Jeevan Mission's shift toward sustainability, effective rural greywater management, and technological innovations like IoT and AI in WASH services. Side events also explored Indo-German cooperation for India's Water Vision 2047.

Key Points

  • Day 2 of the 9th India International Water Week (IIWW 2026) took place at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi.
  • The event was organized by the Ministry of Jal Shakti.
  • India and the Netherlands collaborated on discussions regarding water management, food security, and source sustainability.
  • Secretary Shri Ashok K.K. Meena highlighted the Jal Jeevan Mission's focus on sustainability, service quality, and long-term water security.
  • Approximately 5.46 lakh villages currently have greywater management arrangements.
  • The Second International WASH Conference organized six technical sessions and presented 25 technical papers.
  • Side events included discussions on scaling PMKSY through the World Bank and Indo-German cooperation for India's Water Vision 2047.
  • Ministry of State for Jal Shakti Shri Raj Bhushan Choudhary delivered the keynote address at the Indo-German side event.

Exam Angle

Event
9th India International Water Week (IIWW 2026)
Venue
Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi
Organizing Ministry
Ministry of Jal Shakti
Key Initiatives Mentioned
Jal Jeevan Mission, Swachh Bharat Mission (Grameen), Sujalam Bharat Digital Public Infrastructure, Atal Bhujal Yojana, PMKSY

A. Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi

Source: Press Information Bureau

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