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Ministry of Jal Shakti Launches 7th National Water Awards
Ministry of Jal Shakti Announces National Water Awards
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Samachar Pathshala Desk
Published 3 Jul 2026 · 1 min
The Department of Water Resources, River Development and Ganga Rejuvenation (DoWR, RD & GR), Ministry of Jal Shakti has launched the 7th National Water Awards on the Rashtriya Puraskar portal of Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA). All applications will be accepted through the online portal (www.awards.gov.in). The submission deadline is August 28, 2026.
Eligibility includes States, Districts, Urban Local Bodies, Dam Owning Agencies, and Industries with significant contributions to water conservation. Winners will receive a trophy and citation.
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The awards highlight government efforts and policies in water conservation, relevant for both prelims and mains.
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