Odisha is showcasing its integrated water management model at the 9th India International Water Week (IIWW)-2026 in New Delhi.
The event is being held from September 22 to 26 at Bharat Mandapam. Odisha is participating as a Partner State. This year’s theme is ‘Climate Resilient Water Management’. The Odisha Pavilion was inaugurated by Union Minister of Jal Shakti C. R. Patil.
As part of the deliberations at IIWW-2026, Shubha Sarma, Principal Secretary, Department of Water Resources, Government of Odisha, co-chaired the special session on “Joint Indo-Danish Solutions for Sustainable Water Management” alongside H.E. Mr. Rasmus Abildgaard Kristensen, Ambassador of Denmark to India. She highlighted opportunities for Odisha–Denmark collaboration, particularly in addressing coastal erosion, strengthening coastal resilience and exploring Danish expertise and technologies for sustainable water management.
Odisha is showcasing its irrigation infrastructure and efficient water use, along with initiatives to improve water security and build climate resilience. The State is also presenting its interventions, including soil moisture sensors, an integrated rice-fish farming model, automatic wetting and drying equipment, and pulse and rice seed varieties, for promoting climate-resilient agriculture.
In line with the theme of ‘Climate Resilient Water Management’, the Odisha Integrated Irrigation Project for Climate Resilient Agriculture (OIIPCRA) is being presented through a dedicated project model to showcase the climate-resilient activities being undertaken by the Department of Water Resources in Odisha. The project covers 538 minor irrigation tanks across 15 districts and brings together water body restoration, improved irrigation, climate-resilient and scientific agriculture, fisheries development and livelihood support.
The Kanupur Irrigation Project model is another key feature of the Odisha showcase. It highlights water storage, intra-subbasin water transfer and modern water conveyance systems. The model also presents Odisha’s approach towards efficient utilisation of available water resources and strengthening future water security.
A dedicated digital Success Stories platform showcases achievements from different parts of Odisha, highlighting the socio-economic progress of farmers, community members, and beneficiaries.
The Community Engagement Corner is an interactive, community-centric space with quizzes, awareness activities, and a Water Conservation Pledge Wall, encouraging visitors to participate and reinforce their commitment to conserving water and safeguarding water resources for future generations.
Through its participation in IIWW-2026, Odisha is presenting its experience in integrated water management, climate-resilient agriculture, efficient irrigation, livelihood enhancement and community-led water governance on a national and international platform.
