Water for sustainable development

 

Pragya Lamsal

PragyaWorld Water Day is marked on 22 March every year, reminding us of the importance of water for the sustenance of life on earth. “Water and Sustainable Development” is the theme for the global community participating in the World Water Day this year.

This year’s theme encourages the government and policymakers to consider a framework for water resource management that will lead to sustainable development. It also highlights the role of water resources to make a difference in the lives of people suffering from water related issues.

The theme is very relevant as the governments around the world are heading toward a post-2015 development agenda which is expected to prioritize the sustainable development issues. Continue reading →