New Delhi: To improve the use of satellite technology and space-based technologies for water resource management throughout India, the Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO) and the Ministry of Jal Shakti have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU).
The Dr. Ambedkar International Center in New Delhi hosted a national symposium on research and development (R&D) in the water industry, where the agreement was signed. Reservoir monitoring, water-spread assessment, river-flow analysis, satellite-based water quality monitoring, groundwater studies, flood forecasting, and the evaluation of macroplastic pollution in water bodies are just a few of the 24 major research areas in which the Department of Water Resources and ISRO will work together under the partnership.
While addressing the event, Union Jal Shakti Minister C.R. Patil highlighted that water security is essential for achieving the vision of “Viksit Bharat 2047.” In order to solve the nation’s water-related problems, he claimed that scientific research, technical innovation, traditional knowledge, and public involvement would be crucial.
Along with announcing a goal of building two crore water conservation structures between June 2026 and May 2027, the minister also started the third phase of the Jal Sanchay Jan Bhagidari (JSJB) campaign. Over 1.5 crore of these structures were successfully constructed during the campaign’s earlier phase.
The workshop also marked the start of the Mission for Advancement in High Impact Areas (MAHA)-Water programme, a joint initiative of the Ministry of Jal Shakti and the Anusandhan National Research Foundation (ANRF). In addition, an open call was made for startups and MSMEs via the Bharat Water Innovation Network (Bharat WIN) platform.
According to ISRO Chairman V. Narayanan, the partnership will increase India’s water management skills by improving the use of satellite technology for water monitoring, assessment, and forecasting.
Source – Newspoint
