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PM Modi calls for greater adoption of water-saving technologies

Modi urged wider use of artificial intelligence and data to manage water resources, and called for regular de-silting and treated-water reuse.

  • On Wednesday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi chaired the valedictory session of the two-day National Departmental Summit on Water in New Delhi, advocating for innovative technology and "Jan Bhagidari," or people's participation, to ensure water security.
  • The summit, organized by the Ministry of Jal Shakti, aimed to strengthen "Team India" by deepening cooperative federalism and fostering collective ownership of national priorities through closer collaboration between the Centre and the States.
  • Modi recommended robust water data governance through artificial intelligence and urged Urban Local Bodies to proactively address challenges arising from rapid urbanization, population growth, and future water requirements.
  • To facilitate practical learning, Modi proposed structured interstate study visits and promotion of "Jal Utsav" to create greater public awareness, alongside regular de-silting programs to address water scarcity.
  • Reflecting on the event, Patil stated Modi's guidance provides energy to convert deliberations into results, ensuring the Centre and States advance toward building a water-secure India by conserving every drop of rainwater.
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Bhubaneswar, Prime Minister Modi has suggested conducting regular inter-state study tours of public representatives, officials and farmers on water-related issues. The last session of the National Sectoral Summit on Water discussed various aspects of water security in the country. Prime Minister Modi chaired the last session of the National Sectoral Summit on Water. Water festival is being promoted to further deepen public awareness on water con…

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The Hans India broke the news on Wednesday, September 2, 2026.
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