Archive · 31 Oct 2025
Plumbing Body Calls for Smart Water Management Amidst Surging Urban Demand
Imagine India is like a small water bottle trying to serve a lot of people!
The Indian Plumbing Association (IPA) is saying we need to be smarter about how we use water, especially in big cities where lots of new buildings are being made.
They want the government to make rules that help save water.
This means using special faucets and toilets that don't use much water, checking how much water buildings use, and cleaning wastewater so it can be used again.
They are also organizing a big meeting to talk about new technology like smart water meters and how to make buildings use no water at all, which helps everyone and the planet.
India faces severe water stress, with 18% of the world's population and only 4% of its freshwater.
IPA calls for policy changes to ensure sustainable water use due to rising urban demand.
A four-point charter urges mandatory low-flow fixtures, compulsory water audits, and water reuse in buildings.
Rapid urbanization and construction are increasing the strain on water resources, with built-up area development significantly contributing to water use.
The IPA is hosting a conference in Kolkata to discuss real-time water monitoring, wastewater treatment, and water-neutral buildings.
- Who
- The Indian Plumbing Association (IPA)
- What
- Urging policy interventions for sustainable water use and proposing a four-point charter to the West Bengal government.
- When
- October 31
- Where
- Kolkata
- Why
- To address India's severe water crisis, rising urban demand, and potential groundwater depletion.
- Date
- October 31
- Location
- Kolkata
- Organization
- Indian Plumbing Association (IPA)
- Proposed Charter Points
- Mandate low-flow fixtures, compulsory water audits, treatment and reuse of black/grey water, partnership for audits and conservation.
- Projected Water Use Increase
- 50% by 2030