BWSSB plans global water innovation network to strengthen Bengaluru’s role in urban water management

June 5, 2026 /Posted byPrajwal EW / 0

The Bangalore Water Supply and Sewerage Board (BWSSB) is exploring the establishment of the Bengaluru Global Water Innovation Network (BGWIN), an international platform aimed at positioning Bengaluru as a centre for water innovation, urban water security and sustainable infrastructure development.

BWSSB Chairman Ram Prasath Manohar said the proposed network would bring together water utilities, government agencies, universities, research institutions, industry leaders, start-ups, investors and civil society organisations to address emerging challenges in the water and wastewater sector.

According to BWSSB, the initiative seeks to support innovation, technology adoption, international collaboration and capacity building to help cities respond to pressures arising from rapid urbanisation, climate change and resource constraints.

The network will also support research, policy development and technology validation, while aligning with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, including those related to clean water and sanitation, clean energy and sustainable cities.

A key component of the initiative is the proposed establishment of a Centre of Excellence with a Technology Innovation Hub focused on areas such as artificial intelligence-driven predictive analytics, smart metering, decentralised water treatment, water reuse and utility management.

BWSSB said the facility would enable technologies to be tested under operational conditions, helping improve adoption and reduce investment risks.

Officials added that BGWIN would also contribute to the development of regulatory frameworks and policy interventions through collaborations with international universities, innovation ecosystems, development agencies and non-governmental organisations.

The board believes the initiative will enhance Bengaluru’s presence in global water forums and conferences while supporting its role in urban water governance.

Inputs from The New Indian Express

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