New Delhi, September 16, 2024 : President of India Smt. Droupadi Murmu will inaugurate the 8th India Water Week 2024 on 17th September, 2024 in New Delhi, in the august presence of Union Minister of Jal Shakti, Shri C. R. Paatil and Minister of State, Shri Raj Bhushan Choudhary. The international event is being organised by the Ministry of Jal Shakti from 17th-20th September 2024 at the Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi.
Addressing the media during the Curtain Raiser Press Conference, Secretary (Jal Shakti), Smt. Debashree Mukherjee informed that the theme of the 8th India Water Week, 2024 is ‘Partnerships and Cooperation for Inclusive Water Development and Management’. Our theme underscores a fundamental truth – achieving sustainable water management requires collaboration across all sectors and levels – she added.
The Secretary further informed that the India Water Week was conceptualised as a novel concept by the Ministry of Jal Shakti, Government of lndia, with objective to begin regular and systematic discussion, and talks with eminent stakeholders through seminars, exhibition and other parallel sessions aimed at building public awareness, getting support to implement key strategies for conservation, preservation and optimum use of available water.
The 8th India Water Week 2024, besides the above sessions includes a cultural programme and study tour, which will provide ample opportunities for networking, knowledge exchange, and showcasing innovations. The event aims at thinking beyond conventional solutions and explore innovative approaches that can address the complexities of water management in the 21st century.
The following would be key highlights of the event:
- Inaugural session and Ministerial Plenary where Government leaders will share their vision and perspectives on water sector;
- Global Water Leaders’ Plenary where global experts in water sector will share their insightful and thought-provoking ideas for water sector;
- Water Leaders’ Forum covering all major thematic sectors where experts drawn from public, private and non-government sector;
- Country Forum on the sidelines with countries like Denmark, Israel, Australia, Singapore, etc.
- Practitioners’ Forum where Government, Private and Non-Government experts will share experiences of implementing water sector programs and initiatives highlighting the best practices
- Water Convention where papers will be presented on various themes
- Startup Forum where startups will get an opportunity to pitch for their ideas in water sector
- Exhibition spread over 4,800 square meters – showcasing high-tech solutions and technologies on display from number of countries like Australia, Bangladesh, Canada, Colombia, UK, USA, many African countries etc.
- Valedictory session shall reflect on key insights and outcomes of the IWW.
- Will host 5000+ delegates from around the world in parallel events and conference sessions.