The 5th National Water Awards 2023 will be presented by Indian President Smt. Droupadi Murmu on October 22, 2024. Vigyan Bhawan in New Delhi will host this event. Contributions to water conservation and management across India are honored by the awards.
National Water Awards Overview
- Established to promote water conservation and awareness.
- Present by the Department of Water Resources, River Development, and Ganga Rejuvenation.
- Categories include: Best State, Best District, Best Village Panchayat, Best Urban Local Body, Best School or College, Best Industry, Best Water User Association, Best Institution (other than school or college), and Best Civil Society.
- Winners announced on October 14, 2024, with Odisha winning in the Best State category.
- Aims to create awareness about water importance and motivate best practices in water usage.
- Launched in 2018, followed by the third, fourth, and fifth awards in 2019, 2020, and 2022.
- Government initiatives include a comprehensive campaign to raise national water management awareness.
- Highlights successful initiatives and encourages a culture of water conservation.
- Impacts communities by inspiring water conservation efforts and showcasing successful projects.
Month: Current Affairs - November 15, 2024
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