Joint National Programme planned to mark World Water Day 2027

Sri Lanka Mirror reports that the Presidential Secretariat and Clean Sri Lanka Secretariat are coordinating the 2027 World Water Day programme. The outlet says a planning meeting was recently held at the Clean Sri Lanka Secretariat, chaired by Susil Ranasinghe, Minister of Housing, Construction and Water Supply.

Sri Lanka Mirror reports that the initiative is being developed around 14 objectives, with involvement from stakeholders throughout the country’s water sector. Its stated purpose is to bring people together to identify responses to present problems and future challenges. The objectives include better coordination among water-related institutions, public understanding of water conservation and protection, access to safe drinking water and sanitation, and safeguarding rivers, tanks, wetlands and underground water reserves.

Sri Lanka Mirror reports that participants discussed a main commemorative event at Waters Edge Hotel in Colombo on 23 March 2027. The outlet says a World Water Day activity week is also expected to be announced, with each institution due to arrange programmes on different aspects of its work.

Sri Lanka Mirror reports that organisers plan a national exhibition featuring innovation, technology, sustainable approaches and the institutional contribution of the water sector. Its reported areas of focus include water quality and safety, health, water administration and technology, innovation and economic growth, wastewater, water reuse, heritage and food security.

Sri Lanka Mirror reports that national committees and subcommittees are being planned to address those themes, identify current sector problems and work toward solutions. The outlet also says the programme will acknowledge contributions from water-sector professionals, researchers and organisations.