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Why in the News? The Indian Railways will participate in the Mission Amrit Sarovar initiative to construct and rejuvenate waterbodies near railway sites. This effort aims to combat water scarcity, improve groundwater levels, and enhance climate resilience through community-driven water conservation. Overview of Mission Amrit Sarovar: Launched in April 2022, the mission aims to construct …
Read MoreWhy in the news? The Supreme Court has instructed the National Dam Safety Authority (NDSA) to address Tamil Nadu’s concerns over Kerala’s maintenance of the 125-year-old Mullaperiyar Dam, highlighting dam safety, inter-state water disputes, and regulatory oversight in India. Supreme Court’s Directive: The Supreme Court has instructed a supervisory committee led by the National Dam …
Read MoreSyllabus: GS-1: Water Resources GS-2: India and its Neighbourhood , Effect of Policies & Politics of Countries on India’s Interests GS-3: Conservation Focus: China’s ambitious mega-dam project on the Brahmaputra at the Great Bend has raised concerns over its environmental impact and its geopolitical implications for India, Bangladesh, and Bhutan. The growing competition for hydropower …
Read MoreWhy in the News? NITI Aayog Launched a 15-day ‘Jal Utsav‘ to focus on water conservation and sustainability. Inspired by: Prime Minister Modi’s vision, following the model of ‘Nadi Utsav’ discussed at the 3rd Chief Secretaries Conference in December. Key Highlights of Jal Utsav Organized: Until November 24 in partnership with National Jal Jeevan Mission …
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