New Delhi, Sep 23 Technology adoption, equitable water allocation, institutional reforms and international cooperation figured prominently in discussions at the ninth India International Water Week (IIWW) here on Wednesday.
The five-day event was inaugurated by Vice President C P Radhakrishnan on Tuesday.
The sessions focused on strengthening water security through technology-driven solutions, climate-smart practices, effective governance frameworks and multi-stakeholder partnerships.
A session on ‘Sharing Technology-Driven Initiatives in Water Security: German and EU Solutions for Sustainable Water Management in India’ highlighted the role of technology and international cooperation in advancing water security and sustainable water management in the country.
Discussions on water allocation focused on ensuring equitable access to water across different sectors, while another session examined the role of multi-stakeholder partnerships in bringing together diverse expertise, resources and capabilities for efficient water management.
Participants also discussed state-led initiatives and innovative approaches to water management, with emphasis on technology-driven, locally developed and scalable solutions.
The discussions on large-scale adoption of water-saving and climate-smart technologies focused on experiences from states and ways to scale up such technologies.
The sessions highlighted the importance of innovation, technology adoption and sharing of state-level experiences in strengthening climate-resilient water management.
Inclusive water management was another key area of discussion, with participants examining the role of partnerships and cooperation among different stakeholders.
The discussions emphasised collaborative approaches to address water challenges and promote inclusive and climate-resilient water management.
Technology-driven approaches to improving water-use efficiency also figured in the discussions, with emphasis on innovation and technological solutions for efficient utilisation of water resources.
Participants also deliberated on water governance principles, including indicators, audits and standards, with discussions focusing on strengthening governance frameworks and developing measurable standards for effective water management.
Institutional reforms and strengthening were also discussed, with emphasis on stronger institutions, effective coordination and collaborative approaches to improve water governance and build resilience in the water sector.
International cooperation to address climate-related risks was another focus area, with participants discussing knowledge exchange, cooperation and collective action to strengthen resilience against climate-related water risks.
The role of data, modelling and forecasting tools in water security was also highlighted during discussions.
A session on forecasting and modelling for water security emphasised on data, modelling and forecasting tools for informed decision-making and climate-resilient management.
The ninth India International Water Week is being held from September 22 to 26 at Bharat Mandapam here. The theme of this year’s event is ‘Climate Resilient Water Management’.
(PTI News)
