Water Management
The Union Jal Shakti ministry has established a technical expert group to oversee repairs at the Srisailam dam on the Krishna River, following concerns raised by the National Dam Safety Authority about structural damage. The panel will focus on rehabilitating the damaged plunge pool and apron to ensure safety. This action comes nearly nine months after initial warnings in May 2025.
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Egypt's Minister of Water Resources and Irrigation, Hany Sewilam, met with Nouraia Sanz, Regional Director of UNESCO's Cairo Office, ahead of the end of her term, reaffirming Egypt's commitment to continued cooperation with the organization on water management and climate adaptation. Sewilam praised UNESCO's constructive role in supporting Egypt and the wider region across water management, science, culture, and sustainable development.