With an aim to encourage and recognize individuals and organizations doing extraordinary work in the field of water resources management, the Department of Water Resources, River Development and Ganga Rejuvenation, Ministry of Jal Shakti has invited the entries for National Water Awards for the year 2020 under various categories.
Awards are to be distributed under the following 11 categories:
1. Best State,
2. Best District (2 Awards each in five zones North, South, East, West and North-East; total 10 Awards),
3. Best Village Panchayat (3 Awards each in five zones North, South, East, West and North-East ; total 15 Awards),
4. Best Urban Local Body,
5. Best Media (Print and Electronic),
6. Best School,
7. Best Institution/RWA/Religious Organization for Campus Usage,
8. Best Industry,
9. Best NGO,
10. Best Water User Association and
11. Best Industry for CSR Activities.
Ministry is to distribute 52 Awards under these categories.
The last date for submitting the entries is 10th February 2021. Applications to be sent either through MyGov platform at https://mygov.in or via email to Central Ground Water Board (CGWB) at nationalwaterawards@gmail.com. Only online applications will be considered. The award aims to promote rainwater harvesting and artificial recharge, promoting water use efficiency, recycling & reuse of water, and creating awareness through people participation resulting in sustainable water resources management.
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