India and Nepal Sign MoU to Strengthen Cooperation in WASH Sector

March 8, 2025

India and Nepal have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to enhance collaboration in the Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene (WASH) sector, including waste management, to ensure better access to clean drinking water and sanitation for their populations.
The agreement was signed at Sushma Swaraj Bhawan in New Delhi in the presence of CR Patil, Union Minister of Jal Shakti, and Pradeep Yadav, Nepal’s Minister of Water Supply.
Key Highlights of the MoU:
Training Programs: Indian expertise will be shared with Nepali personnel in water resource management and related fields.
Technology Exchange: Both nations will collaborate on best practices and technological advancements in the WASH sector.
Groundwater Management: Joint efforts in monitoring, assessment, and quality improvement of groundwater resources, including rainwater harvesting and artificial recharge.