Why in news
- The Ministry of Jal Shakti convened the 2nd day of the 9th India International Water Week (IIWW 2026) focusing on climate-resilient water management and digital public infrastructure.
Key terms
Digital Public Infrastructure
Open digital networks and platforms built as public goods for data-driven governance.
Decision Support System
Software platform using geospatial and hydrologic data to assist in planning and policy execution.
Source Sustainability
Measures ensuring long-term recharge and safety of water sources used for drinking supply.
Greywater
Wastewater generated from domestic uses like washing and bathing, excluding sewage.
What is IIWW 2026?
- An international conference organized by the Ministry of Jal Shakti to address water security, governance, and technology implementation.
- Features bilateral knowledge-sharing forums, including cooperation with the Netherlands on climate-resilient WASH systems.
Sujalam Bharat Digital Public Infrastructure
- Digital public infrastructure created to support data-driven water planning, asset management, and risk-informed decision-making.
- Includes Decision Support Systems (DSS) designed to track drinking water source sustainability and greywater treatment.
Why it matters
- Shifts focus under Jal Jeevan Mission from mere physical infrastructure creation to source sustainability and operational resilience.
- Integrates digital public infrastructure with local governance to manage climate risks in rural drinking water supplies.
Prelims facts
- Sujalam Bharat is a Digital Public Infrastructure tool aimed at water source sustainability.
Mains discussion
- Significance of transition from infrastructure creation to source sustainability in rural water supply.
Source: PIB
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2023 · Q100 · General Studies · 2 marks
Consider the following statements about G- 20: 1. The G-20 group was originally established as a platform for the Finance Ministers and Central Bank Governors to discuss the international economic and financial issues. 2. Digital public infrastructure is one of India's G-20 priorities. Which of the statements given above is/are correct? -
2026 · Q53 · General Studies · 2 marks
Ms. X is a mid-level civil service official working in the urban development department of a major city. Recently, she was involved in approving a contract for a public infrastructure project - a new community park. During the approval process, she received a piece of confidential information indicating that one of the shortlisted contractors had a history of poor workmanship and allegations of corruption in other cities, though nothing had been legally proven. The Head of the Department, Mr. Y, advised her not to disclose this information to the project committee or the public because it could delay the project and damage the city's reputation. However, Ms. X believed that withholding such information compromised transparency and public trust. What amongst the following should Ms. X do now? 1. Immediately disclose the information to the project committee and the public 2. Recommend removing the contractor from the shortlist to protect the project's integrity 3. Propose a 'limited disclosure' to an oversight committee, while keeping the information confidential from the public for the time being Select the answer using the code given below: