We are pleased to share with you our blog post 'Avoiding a failure of one more version of the National Water Policy' .
In this blog, Dr Eshwer Kale, Dr Marcella D’Souza and Crispino Lobo write on 'Water in Agriculture' providing recommendations towards a National Water Policy (NWP) that can address the issues in the water sector.
The recent report of the NITI Aayog highlights the alarming water crisis India is facing -- 21 cities are expected to run out of groundwater by 2020. This underscores the need to frame a NWP that not only addresses imminent challenges but also establishes a framework and pathway to sustainable, efficient and equitable management of surface and groundwater resources.
The blog proposes a clear roadmap with a clear responsibility and accountability structure. Adoption of an ecosystem-based approach, climate proofing watersheds, promotion of 'water stewardship', the Water Governance Standard and climate-resilient agriculture are key towards achieving desirable changes in the water sector in India.
Thank you and we look forward to hearing from you any comments or feedback that you might have for us.
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