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Mushrif inaugurates sewage treatment plant in Kolhapur

Guardian minister of Kolhapur Hasan Mushrif on Saturday inaugurated a 4MLD sewage treatment plant of the Kolhapur Municipal Corporation (KMC) at Kasba Bawda area of the city. The sewage treatment plant has been constructed with the funds provided by the central government, state government and KMC under Amrit Yojana. Mushrif said the remaining three STPs will also be approved and completed soon. MLA Jayashri Jadhav, KMC administrator K. Manjulekshmi, additional commissioner Keshav Jadhav, deputy commissioner Ravikant Adsul, health commissioner Dr. Vijay Patil, water engineer Netradeep Sarnobat, City Engineer Harshjit Ghatge,…

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From water conservation to cleanliness: PM puts forth 9 ‘requests’ before people

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday put forth a set of nine “requests” before people, urging them to work towards fulfilling them. The PM made these “aagrahas” (requests) while addressing the inaugural function of the Swarved Mahamandir on the second and final day of his visit to his parliamentary constituency Varanasi. “My first request is save every drop of water and make more and more people aware about water conservation. Second: Go from village-to-village and make people aware about digital transactions, teach them about online payment. Third: Work to make…

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Cabinet approves construction of New 4.56 km long, 6-Lane Bridge across River Ganga connecting Digha and Sonepur in Bihar

The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs chaired by the Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi, today gave its approval for the Construction of New 4556 m long, 6-Lane High Level/ Extra Dosed Cable stayed Bridge across River Ganga (Parallel to Western Side of Existing Digha-Sonepur Rail-Cum Road Bridge) and its approaches on both sides in the Districts of Patna and Saran (NH-139W) in the State of Bihar on EPC mode. Expenditure involved: The Total cost for the project is Rs.3,064.45 crore which includes civil construction cost of Rs.2,233.81 crore. No. of…

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Union Minister For Jal Shakti, Shri Gajendra Singh Shekhawat Inaugurates 14 MLD STP And I&D Network In Baghpat Worth Rs. 77.36 Crores

The Union Minister for Jal Shakti, Shri Gajendra Singh Shekhawat today inaugurated 14 MLD Sewage Treatment Plant (STP) and 2.4 km long Interception & Diversion (I&D) Network in Baghpat, Uttar Pradesh. The centerpiece of the project is the establishment of a cutting-edge Sewage Treatment Plant with a capacity of 14 Million Liters Per Day (MLD) under DBOT mode with 100% central funding under the Namami Gange Programme. The estimated cost of the project is Rs. 77.36 crores. The event was graced by Shri Swatantra Dev Singh, Jal Shakti Minister of…

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Rural Water Management Training Launched in Ladakh

In Ladakh, in an endeavour to fortify rural water resource management strategies, a pivotal two-day residential training programme was inaugurated in the Union Territory under the aegis of the National Jal Jeevan Mission (JJM) on Best Practices for Rural Water Resource Management. The inauguration of this residential training programme reflects a collective commitment to fostering expertise and sharing experiences in rural water resource management, promising a brighter and more sustainable future for water access and conservation in Ladakh under JJM. Addressing the media, Executive Councillor Er Kacho Feroz Khan stressed…

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Jal Jeevan Mission Crosses Momentous Milestone of Providing TapWater Connections To 14 Crore (72.71%) Rural Households

Jal Jeevan Mission (JJM) crossed a momentous milestone of providing tap water connections to 14 Crore (72.71%) rural households. Launched by Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi on 15th August 2019, the flagship initiative of the Government of India has demonstrated unparalleled speed and scale, increasing rural tap connection coverage from 3 Crore to an astounding 14 Crore in just four years. This significant achievement marks a paradigm shift in rural development, emphasizing the Mission’s commitment to ensuring water quality, empowering communities, and promoting sustainable practices. Working in collaboration with States/…

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Delhi Budget to Focus on Water Sector, Yamuna Cleaning a Priority

With the Assembly polls scheduled in 2025, the Delhi Government’s budget this year is likely to be focused on tackling water issues across the city, sources said. These issues will include cleaning of the Yamuna, 24-hour water supply, water generation, sewage treatment, sewer network connection, water overflow meter, and water pollution, among others. Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal, during the 2020 Assembly polls, had said that river Yamuna will be cleaned by 2025 and that he will take a dip in it before the next assembly polls. L-G VK Saxena who…

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Challenges and Future Trends for Water Management in Cities

By Vishal Kotadiya, V.P. Program Management, CIMCON Digital Introduction:The concept of smart cities has ignited a technological revolution, promising more efficient urban living, enhanced sustainability, and improved quality of life. One of the most critical aspects of building these cities of the future trends for water management. As urban populations grow and the threat of water scarcity looms, addressing water-related challenges becomes paramount. In this article, we will delve into the challenges faced by smart cities in water management and speculate on future trends in digital water technology. We will…

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Revolutionizing Urban Water Management: The Power of Sensor Integration and Real-Time Monitoring

By Gaurav Garg, Smart Water Specialist, CIMCON Software India PVT. LTD The Importance of Urban Water Management Urban water management is a critical aspect of sustainable development in modern cities. The growing urban population and increasing demand for water resources have put immense pressure on existing water infrastructure. The effective management of water resources in urban areas is essential for ensuring a continuous and reliable water supply for residents, businesses, and industries. Additionally, efficient water management is crucial for environmental sustainability and public health. With the rising challenges posed by…

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iPUMPNET : Unveiled by IT & BT Minister of Karnataka

Mr. Priyank Kharge, Hon’ble IT and BT Minister, Govt. of Karnataka unveiled the iPUMPNET, an IIoT-enabled digital solution developed by Pump Academy Private Limited during the 26th edition of the Bengaluru Tech Summit on 30th November 2023. As per the program, The Karnataka government unveiled 35 “ground-breaking” products and solutions developed by start-ups from various sectors including IT, Agri-Tech, Med-Tech, Healthcare, Clean-Tech, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Deep Tech, Blockchain, Cyber security and Environment Tech. The iPUMPNET that empowers water utilities and industries with advanced technology driven solutions was also unveiled as…

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