India, Nepal Ink Pact for Water, Sanitation Cooperation
WATER & WASTE

India, Nepal Ink Pact for Water, Sanitation Cooperation

India and Nepal signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to enhance cooperation in the Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene (WASH) sector, including waste management. The agreement aims to improve access to clean drinking water and sanitation in both countries.

The signing ceremony took place at Sushma Swaraj Bhawan in New Delhi, with Union Minister of Jal Shakti C R Patil and Nepal’s Minister of Water Supply Pradeep Yadav in attendance.

The MoU outlines collaboration in key areas, including training Nepali personnel in water resource management, sharing technological expertise, and joint monitoring of groundwater resources. Efforts will focus on quality improvement, artificial recharge, and rainwater harvesting.

C R Patil highlighted India’s achievements under Prime Minister Narendra Modi in ensuring clean water and sanitation. He stated that the agreement reflects the shared commitment of both nations to public health and sustainability. Pradeep Yadav praised India’s large-scale initiatives and emphasized Nepal’s interest in learning from India's experience. He proposed regular meetings to ensure progress and knowledge exchange.

Senior officials from both countries, including ambassadors and secretaries, attended the event. The MoU marks a new chapter in India-Nepal cooperation, reinforcing their commitment to a sustainable future.

India and Nepal signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to enhance cooperation in the Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene (WASH) sector, including waste management. The agreement aims to improve access to clean drinking water and sanitation in both countries. The signing ceremony took place at Sushma Swaraj Bhawan in New Delhi, with Union Minister of Jal Shakti C R Patil and Nepal’s Minister of Water Supply Pradeep Yadav in attendance. The MoU outlines collaboration in key areas, including training Nepali personnel in water resource management, sharing technological expertise, and joint monitoring of groundwater resources. Efforts will focus on quality improvement, artificial recharge, and rainwater harvesting. C R Patil highlighted India’s achievements under Prime Minister Narendra Modi in ensuring clean water and sanitation. He stated that the agreement reflects the shared commitment of both nations to public health and sustainability. Pradeep Yadav praised India’s large-scale initiatives and emphasized Nepal’s interest in learning from India's experience. He proposed regular meetings to ensure progress and knowledge exchange. Senior officials from both countries, including ambassadors and secretaries, attended the event. The MoU marks a new chapter in India-Nepal cooperation, reinforcing their commitment to a sustainable future.

Next Story
Infrastructure Energy

South West Pinnacle Wins Rs 30 Cr Oman Mining Contract

South West Pinnacle Exploration Ltd has secured a Rs 30 crore contract from Minerals Development Oman (MDO) for mining exploration in concession areas 12B and 13.The two-year project will be carried out via Alara Resources LLC, a JV in Oman. MDO, backed by Oman’s investment authorities, focuses on monetising mineral wealth.The contract covers copper, gold, and chromite and highlights South West Pinnacle’s growing footprint in international exploration and mining services. ..

Next Story
Equipment

Godrej GEG Boosts Intralogistics with AI and Green Tech

Godrej Enterprises Group (GEG) is revolutionising warehouse and factory logistics through its Material Handling Equipment and Storage Solutions arms by integrating AI, IoT, and automation.With 20–25% market share and 85% local sourcing, GEG champions Atmanirbhar Bharat and sustainability. The Chennai plant, a green manufacturing leader, uses RoHS-compliant materials and has slashed energy consumption by 60%.GEG serves e-commerce, FMCG, retail, and cold chains with high-performance racking and electric forklifts. Upcoming IoT-enabled forklifts and telematics solutions aim to improve speed, sa..

Next Story
Infrastructure Urban

Amit Shah Inaugurates Key Projects Across Gujarat

Union Home Minister Amit Shah inaugurated and laid the foundation stone for various projects in Gujarat’s Panchmahal district and Ahmedabad.In Godhra, he inaugurated the Center of Excellence building, sports complex, reservoir, and Miyawaki plantation. In Ahmedabad, he unveiled a new cooperative complex in Adaroda village and a primary school in Juwal.These projects, under the Model Co-op Village scheme, aim to boost education, sustainability, and rural development across the state. ..

Advertisement

Advertisement

Subscribe to Our Newsletter

Get daily newsletters around different themes from Construction world.

STAY CONNECTED

Advertisement

Advertisement

Advertisement

Advertisement

Talk to us?