Meeting on Indo-German bilateral water security held

Leh, June 11: Secretary Rural Development, Union Territory of Ladakh, Amit Sharma, chaired a pivotal meeting with the representatives from German Development Co-operation in a significant step towards enhancing water security and climate adaptation in rural India, at the Civil Secretariat, Leh.

The meeting was focused on the Indo-German Bilateral Water Security and Climate Adaptation Project, a collaborative initiative, involving the Ministry of Rural Development and the Ministry of Jal Shakti, Government of India, a press release said.

At the outset, the Technical Advisor of the German Development Co-operation delivered a comprehensive presentation outlining the Project's objectives, strategies, and expected outcomes. The presentation highlighted the collaborative efforts aimed at addressing water scarcity and improving climate resilience in rural communities across India, with a particular emphasis on the unique challenges faced by the Ladakh region.

Secretary Amit Sharma expressed his gratitude for the German Development Co-operation's expertise and commitment to sustainable development. He highlighted the importance of such international collaborations in tackling critical issues related to water security and climate change.

Secretary Amit Sharma further shared that this project is a testament to the strong bilateral ties between India and Germany and reflects our shared commitment to fostering sustainable development in rural areas, he stated.

Amit also advised Sajjad Qadri, Director, Rural Development UT Ladakh, who also happens to be the Nodal Officer of the Indo-German Bilateral Project, to expedite its implementation and ensure its swift execution, especially in the ongoing WDC-PMKSY scheme here.