World Water Day 2012 ( Hindi)
This episode of Ek Duniya Ek Awaaz focuses on the issue of water and food security, which is also the theme of World Water Day 2012. Ramesh Negi, Chief Executive Officer, Delhi Jal Board (DJB) shares on the plans of the Delhi government to provide better water services to the citizens of in the capital. Mr. Negi also speaks about various steps taken by the DJB to ensure effective and efficient management of water. He highlights the installation of water meters and use of ICTs to monitor water supply and leakage. Citizens, through Resident Welfare Associations are also involved in the process of monitoring water wastage. Dr Sunita Narain, Director-General, Centre for Science and Environment speaks about the increasing need of water in agriculture. Actor and social activist Rahul Bose also highlights the dire need of conserving water. World Water Day is celebrated on 22 March and aims to focus attention on the importance of freshwater and advocate for the sustainable management of water resources