Jal Shakti Ministry launches 7th National Water Awards
The Department of Water Resources, River Development and Ganga Rejuvenation launched the 7th National Water Awards on the MHA's Rashtriya Puraskar portal on 3 July 2026, with applications due by 28 August 2026.
Summary
The Department of Water Resources, River Development and Ganga Rejuvenation, Ministry of Jal Shakti, launched the 7th National Water Awards on the Ministry of Home Affairs' Rashtriya Puraskar portal (awards.gov.in) on 3 July 2026. States, districts, urban local bodies, dam-owning agencies and industries that have done good work in water conservation and management can apply until 28 August 2026. Winners receive a trophy and citation, conferred by the President or Vice-President of India.
Key facts
- Edition
- 7th National Water Awards
- Portal
- Rashtriya Puraskar portal (awards.gov.in)
- Last date
- 28 August 2026
- Award
- Trophy and citation; conferred by President or Vice-President
Practice MCQs 1 questions
Which edition of the National Water Awards was launched by the Ministry of Jal Shakti on 3 July 2026?
Show answer
Correct answer: A — 7th
The Department of Water Resources launched the 7th National Water Awards on the Rashtriya Puraskar portal.