Archive · 15 Aug 2025
Waterman of India Honored for Conservation on Independence Day
Rajendra Kumar Singh, also known as the 'Waterman of India,' is being celebrated for his work on water conservation.
He talked about how building on land that used to be rivers and lakes can hurt the environment.
He's been fighting against this for a long time and even won a case in the Supreme Court.
He wants to protect water sources and the environment and is known for helping to restore rivers like the Ruparel River in Rajasthan.
He thinks it's important for people to care for nature to meet their needs.
Rajendra Kumar Singh, 'Waterman of India,' is honored for his water conservation contributions.
Singh discusses his lifelong dedication to conserving India's rivers and lakes.
He raises concerns about land encroachment and its impact on water bodies and climate change.
Singh has fought against encroachment since 1988 and won a Supreme Court victory in 1991.
He is known for reviving Rajasthan's Ruparel River.
- Who
- Rajendra Kumar Singh, 'Waterman of India'
- What
- Tribute to Rajendra Kumar Singh's water conservation efforts.
- When
- Independence Day 2025
- Where
- India, specifically Rajasthan
- Why
- To honor his contributions to water conservation and raise awareness about environmental issues.
Environmental Preservation Advocates
Real Estate and Infrastructure Developers
Land Use and Development
Environmental Preservation Advocates
Support the protection of water bodies and the environment.
Real Estate and Infrastructure Developers
Prioritize economic development and infrastructure projects that may impact environmental resources.
- Known As
- 'Waterman of India'
- Focus
- Water conservation
- Started Fighting Encroachment
- 1988
- Supreme Court Victory
- 1991
- Notable Achievement
- Revival of Rajasthan's Ruparel River