Archive · 27 Jul 2026
PM Modi Praises Nashik's Water Conservation Efforts
Prime Minister Narendra Modi praised Nashik district's water conservation efforts during his radio program Mann Ki Baat.
Nashik has been working on various initiatives like rainwater harvesting and restoring traditional water bodies.
The district's efforts have increased water storage capacity and inspired other states.
The Prime Minister urged everyone to take care of local water sources to ensure a secure future.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi praised Nashik's water conservation efforts in Mann Ki Baat.
Nashik has implemented various water conservation initiatives under the 'Catch the Rain' campaign.
District Collector Ayush Prasad presented Nashik's water management practices at a national webinar.
The district has increased water storage capacity and inspired other states.
PM Modi urged citizens to take responsibility for preserving local water sources.
- Who
- Prime Minister Narendra Modi and District Collector Ayush Prasad
- What
- Water conservation efforts in Nashik district
- When
- During the latest edition of Mann Ki Baat
- Where
- Nashik district, Maharashtra, India
- Why
- To highlight successful water management practices and inspire a nationwide movement for water conservation
Government and Community Efforts
Challenges in Water Conservation
Effectiveness of Community-Driven Initiatives
Government and Community Efforts
The government and community efforts have significantly improved water conservation and storage capacity in Nashik.
Challenges in Water Conservation
Despite efforts, challenges such as sustaining long-term participation and funding remain.
- Prime Minister
- Narendra Modi
- District Collector
- Ayush Prasad
- Campaign
- Catch the Rain
- Initiatives
- Jalyukt Shivar Abhiyan 2.0, Silt-Free Dam–Silt-Rich Farm Scheme, desilting and widening of streams, recharge shafts, rainwater harvesting, micro-irrigation, water budgeting, water-efficient agriculture, Jaltara initiative
- Webinar
- 55th Water Series Webinar
- Theme
- Best Practices of Water Management
- States Acknowledged
- Madhya Pradesh, Andhra Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, Odisha