Bhubaneswar (Odisha) [India], March 22 (ANI): Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi on Sunday emphasised that the federal government has concerned ladies within the conservation and administration of water underneath the ‘Mission Power’, reflecting this yr’s World Water Day theme ‘Water and Gender’.
Speaking on World Water Day 2026, he mentioned that the theme for this yr’s World Water Day is ‘Water and Gender’, additional noting that the continued conflicts, extreme rainfall and scenario of draughts creating an imbalance globally.
‘My finest needs to all of you on the event of World Water Day 2026. We have made all preparations for water conservation, irrigation, and offering pure ingesting water. The world water disaster is steadily intensifying. Today, conflicts are erupting between nations; in some areas, world warming is inflicting ecological imbalances–leading to extreme rainfall in some locations whereas others face extreme drought. Consequently, to assist restore this stability, the theme for this yr’s World Water Day is ‘Water and Gender’,’ he mentioned.
The Odisha CM underlined that ladies have been concerned within the administration of water underneath ‘Mission Power’, prioritising water. Women are working in direction of the conservation and storage of water, in addition to rectifying any faults and endeavor the restore work.
‘Based on this premise, inside our ‘Mission Power’ initiative, we have now prioritised water as a key focus space. To guarantee its efficient administration, we have now entrusted this accountability to ladies. Their involvement–encompassing basic administration, rectifying faults, endeavor repairs, and overseeing water storage–has considerably enhanced each the conservation and general administration of water sources,’ he mentioned.
Majhi additional mentioned that the federal government goals to additional strengthen measures to preserve water and unfold consciousness amongst folks to make use of it mindfully.
‘After our authorities got here to energy, we have now considerably elevated irrigation and water administration…We will take varied steps to preserve water, handle it and create widespread consciousness among the many folks to make use of water as per their want,’ he added.
Earlier right this moment, Prime Minister Narendra Modi underscored the essential position of water in shaping the planet’s future, calling for a nationwide reaffirmation of the dedication to preserve each drop.
In a submit on X, PM Modi wrote, ‘Water sustains us and shapes our planet’s future. On World Water Day, allow us to reaffirm our dedication to preserve each drop of water and use it responsibly. Today can also be a day to understand those that interact in sustainable practices, promote consciousness and nurture a tradition of conservation.’
Meanwhile, the Ministry of Jal Shakti, on Saturday, mentioned that World Water Day serves as a reminder of the essential significance of freshwater and the pressing want for sustainable water administration. It highlights the rising challenges of water shortage, local weather change, and equitable entry, whereas mobilising governments, industries, and communities worldwide to behave in direction of securing water for current and future generations. This yr’s world theme, ‘Water and Gender,’ additional underscores the necessity for inclusive and equitable water governance.
Reinforcing this world name to motion, the Ministry of Jal Shakti will host the World Water Day Conclave 2026 on 23 March at Dr. Ambedkar International Centre, New Delhi, underneath the theme ‘Industry for Water’.
The inaugural session will probably be held within the presence of the Union Minister of Jal Shakti, CR Paatil, together with senior representatives from authorities and trade.
World Water Day, held on March 22 yearly since 1993, is an annual United Nations observance specializing in the significance of freshwater.
A core focus of World Water Day is to assist the achievement of Sustainable Development Goal 6: Water and sanitation for all by 2030. (ANI)