BWSSB Ranks Among Top Five Global Water Utilities at Madrid Summit 2026
BWSSB achieved the unique distinction of being the sole Indian water utility to secure high rankings across three distinct award categories at the summit.
Its flagship infrastructure project, the Cauvery Stage V Drinking Water Project, was recognized among the top five global water projects under the 'Water Project of the Year' category.
The board's selection highlights its progressive sewage management, wastewater recycling, and alignment with United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 6 (Clean Water & Sanitation).
Exam Perspective: Demonstrates excellent urban waste management, key for administrative exams studying urban planning and public utility performance.
Key Facts / Static GK
SDG 6 targets ensuring availability and sustainable management of water and sanitation for all by 2030.
Practice Quiz — 25 May 2026
Q1. Which banking institution registered the highest target achievement of 288% under the Atal Pension Yojana (APY) mobilization campaign during the financial year 2025-26?
Q2. Under which statutory legislation did the Reserve Bank of India grant the final Prepaid Payment Instrument (PPI) issuer authorization to ZikZuk Technologies?
Q3. Which mathematical model is utilized to structure the benchmark of India's first exchange-traded weather derivatives contract 'RAINMUMBAI'?
Q4. Who has been appointed to chair the newly formed PFRDA committee tasked with exploring new asset classes to maximize returns under the National Pension System (NPS)?
Q5. Which of the following represents the largest infrastructure development approved under India's recent ₹2,600 crore allocation for the Chenab river basin?
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