Honoring Water Warriors: National Water Awards 2023

The National Water Awards 2023, presented by President Droupadi Murmu, honor significant contributions to water management across India. In its fifth edition, Odisha won the Best State category. Initiated to promote water conservation, these awards recognize efforts from local to national levels.

President Droupadi Murmu is set to present the National Water Awards 2023, celebrating exceptional contributions to water management and conservation across India.

These awards are organized by the Department of Water Resources, River Development, and Ganga Rejuvenation under the Ministry of Jal Shakti. The prestigious event includes categories such as the best state, with Odisha securing the top spot, followed by Uttar Pradesh and a joint third place for Gujarat and Puducherry.

The awards, which were initiated in 2018, aim to raise awareness about water conservation, aligning with the government’s vision of a 'Jal Samridh Bharat'. This year's ceremony underscores the importance of water conservation at all levels, urging collective participation from local bodies, educational institutions, and civil societies.