Curtain Raiser to the International Water Conclave 2024 held at Shillong

Syllad | The Rising MeghalayaFebruary 7, 2024

The curtain raiser for the International Water Conclave 2024 will take place at the State Convention Centre at 1 pm on February 7th, 2024. Scheduled for February 9th and 10th, 2024, the International Water Conclave is poised to mark a significant milestone in the arena of water conservation and management.

The Minister of the Water Resources Department, Coming One Ymbon, will be the esteemed Chief Guest. Distinguished speakers, including Dr. Shakil P. Ahammed, IAS, Additional Chief Secretary of the Water Resources Department, Dr. Joram Beda, IAS, Commissioner & Secretary of the Soil & Water Conservation Department, and SC Sadhu, IAS Secy. Water Resources, will deliver insightful speeches at the Curtain Raiser to the International Water Conclave, 2024.

Organized by the Government of Meghalaya in collaboration with the Ministry of Jal Shakti, Government of India, and with active support from partner agencies, the International Water Conclave aims to tackle pressing water issues prevalent in Hill States. The objective is to foster discussions among international and national experts, policymakers, researchers, and stakeholders on sustainable water conservation practices, particularly in hilly regions.

Key participants include experts and practitioners on water security, climate change, and related issues from Meghalaya, Northeastern states, other hill states of India, and select international participants.

Prior to the Curtain Raiser, the finale of the Nature & Nurture Quiz, Painting/Drawing Competition, Mobile Photography, and PSA video presentation will be conducted from 10:00 AM to 12:00 noon.