CNN Central News & Network–ITDC India Epress/ITDC News Bhopal: The Madhya Pradesh government is making continuous efforts toward water conservation, augmentation, and efficient use of water. Through the pressurized irrigation system, water wastage has been significantly reduced by optimizing its use. This saved water is being utilized for expanding irrigation areas, rural and urban drinking water supply, and other sectors.

After the success of the Mohanpura Kundaliya pressurized pipeline system, projects like the Parvati-Kalisindh-Chambal River Linking Project and the Ken-Betwa River Linking Project aim to transfer surplus water from water-abundant areas to drought-prone regions, ensuring water availability for agricultural and domestic use.

John Kingsley A. R., Secretary, Water Resources Department, shared these insights during the inauguration of the three-day International Conference on Water and Environment (IPWE 2025) at the Kushabhau Thakre Convention Center, Bhopal. This prestigious conference is being organized in collaboration with the Environmental and Water Resources Institute of the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE), the Madhya Pradesh Water Resources Department, and Antyodaya Prabodhan Sansthan. The central theme of the conference is “Building Sustainable and Resilient Water Infrastructure Adapted to Climate Change.”

Renowned experts, environmentalists, policymakers, and researchers from around the world are participating in the event. Approximately 125 research papers will be presented during the conference.

The conference serves as a platform to discuss key issues related to water and the environment, focusing on collaborative solutions and the latest advancements. It will address critical water management challenges, particularly building sustainable and resilient water infrastructure and tackling climate change. Topics of focus include clean water supply, water conservation, wastewater treatment, rivers, dams and irrigation, water-use efficiency, and smart management systems.

Exhibitions:

More than 30 stalls have been set up, showcasing projects like the Mohanpura Kundaliya Project, Ken-Betwa Link Project, Sai Sanket, Jain Irrigation, and Karan Developers Services.

Key Participants:

The event saw the presence of prominent figures, including Finosky Peña-Mora, President of the American Society of Civil Engineers, Shirley Clark, President of the Environmental and Water Resources Institute, Conference Chair Sridhar Kamojjala, Local Conference Chair and Superintendent Engineer Vikas Rajoria, Karunesh Kumar Shukla, Director, MANIT, and others.

Key Themes of the Conference:

Climate Change: Strategies for adapting to climate impacts and ensuring food security.

Sustainable Irrigation Systems: Water conservation through pipe-based irrigation networks.

Groundwater Management: Sustainable management of groundwater for the future.

Flood Risk Mitigation: Flood management strategies in the context of changing climate patterns.

Smart Water Systems and Sensors: Innovative technologies for water distribution and monitoring.

Urban Water Management: Balancing water supply, demand, and conservation with urbanization.

Wastewater Treatment and Reuse: Utilizing biological and bio-electrochemical techniques.

Nature-Based Solutions: Ecosystem-based approaches for stormwater management and urban planning.

Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning: Technological innovations in water infrastructure.

Energy and Water: Solutions for water desalination, energy storage, and hydropower.

The conference aims to ignite discussions on innovative strategies for water and environmental challenges, paving the way for sustainable solutions.

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