Ministry of Jal Shakti launches 6th National Water Awards, 2024
On 24 October 2024, in India, the Department of Water Resources, River Development and Ganga Rejuvenation launched the 6th National Water Awards, 2024 on the Rashtriya Puraskar portal, with applications open till 31 December 2024.
Summary
On 24 October 2024, in India, the Department of Water Resources, River Development and Ganga Rejuvenation under the Ministry of Jal Shakti launched the 6th National Water Awards (NWA), 2024 on the Rashtriya Puraskar portal (www.awards.gov.in). States, districts, village panchayats, urban local bodies, schools and colleges, institutions, industry, civil society and water user associations that have done exemplary work in water conservation and management can apply. The last date for applications is 31 December 2024. Winners in 'Best State' and 'Best District' get a trophy and citation.
Key facts
- Date
- 24 Oct 2024
- Awards
- 6th National Water Awards, 2024
- By
- DoWR, RD & GR, Ministry of Jal Shakti
- Portal
- Rashtriya Puraskar portal
- Last date
- 31 Dec 2024
- Best State/District prize
- Trophy and citation
Practice MCQs 2 questions
Which edition of the National Water Awards did the Ministry of Jal Shakti launch on 24 October 2024?
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Correct answer: C — 6th
PIB, 24 Oct 2024: the Department of Water Resources, RD & GR has launched the 6th National Water Awards (NWA), 2024 on the Rashtriya Puraskar portal.
What is the last date for applications for the 6th National Water Awards, 2024 (launched 24 October 2024)?
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Correct answer: B — 31 December 2024
PIB, 24 Oct 2024: the last date of submission of applications is 31st December, 2024.