Celebration of World Wetlands Day (02 February 2026)
Celebrating World Wetlands Day (02 February 2026) The Gwalior Chapter of IWWA organized an expert lecture on 05 February 2026 on the theme “Importance, Challenges and Conservation of Wetlands.” The programme was presided over by Er. R. S. Bhadoriya (Retd. Chief Engineer, PHED and Joint Secretary, IWWA Headquarters). Er. R. L. S. Mourya (Chief Engineer, PHED) graced the occasion as the Chief Guest and Er. P. N. Gaud attended as the Guest of Honour. The programme was organized in the meeting hall of the office of the Superintending Engineer, PHED. About 30 participants, including IWWA members and engineers of the department, were present during the programme. Er. U. S. Pande (Hon. Secretary, IWWA)** briefed the participants about the activities of IWWA, and Er. R. K. Singh (Vice Chairman, IWWA Gwalior Chapter) welcomed the dignitaries. Er. B. S. Sikarwar highlighted the importance of wetlands. Prof. A. K. Saxena (Committee Member and Member of the State Wetland Conservation Committee, Madhya Pradesh) delivered an expert lecture detailing the role of wetlands in climate resilience, ecological balance, and the economic activities of the nation. He also informed the participants about the various threats causing degradation of wetlands. Various engineering, social, and legal measures for the conservation of wetlands were also discussed. The expert emphasized that awareness and commitment of society can play a major role in protecting wetlands. The lecture was followed by an interactive discussion, and at the end a vote of thanks was delivered by Er. R. K. Singh (Superintending Engineer, PHED). The members reaffirmed their commitment to contribute towards environmental conservation for the larger benefit of society.