About the IGWC Series

The international conferences in IGWC series are the meeting point for groundwater professionals and researchers, bringing together experts in the various inter-related disciplines in the field of Groundwater Hydrology. Groundwater has emerged as a major resource in safe guarding agriculture and drinking water security in many parts of the globe. India is at present the largest and fastest consumer of groundwater in the world. Integral to life and indispensable for comprehensive growth and development, groundwater is a key resource for India in achieving its holistic vision of a developed nation by 2047, the 100th year of its independence.

The role of groundwater in contributing to water security and searching solutions for its conservation and sustainable management at present will play a crucial role to meet water demands of the population in future under a changing climate and to ensure food and water security for both the developed and developing countries. Towards a Water-Secure Future: The aim of IGWC 2025 is to provide a common platform for researchers, academicians, water managers, industrialists and technocrats to discuss and deliberate the groundwater vision 2047 in the face of growing challenges of the needs of rising earth population and confronting climate uncertainties in water resources planning and management.

National Institute of Hydrology (NIH), Roorkee, India

NIH is a premier research and development organization in the area of hydrology and water resources in India. The Institute was established in 1978, as an autonomous society under the Department of Water Resources, River Development & Ganga Rejuvenation, Ministry of Jal Shakti, Government of India, with its headquarters at Roorkee. The Institute undertakes, aides, promotes and coordinates systematic and scientific work in all aspects of hydrology. Seven Regional Centres of the Institute are located in different physiographic regions of the country. The scientific and technical credibility of the Institute in conducting hydrological and water resources research is well recognized both at the national and international level. The Institute along with the joint organizers is planning an exciting three-day event that will enable delegates to examine the multi-dimensional challenges facing us in the coming years in terms of sustaining our groundwater resources, enabling a water secure future and adapting to climate change.

Central Ground Water Board (CGWB), India

Central Ground Water Board (CGWB), a subordinate office of the Department of Water Resources, River Development & Ganga Rejuvenation, Ministry of Jal Shakti, Government of India, is the National Apex Agency entrusted with the responsibilities of providing scientific inputs for management, exploration, monitoring, assessment, augmentation and regulation of ground water resources of the country. CGWB was established in 1970. Major activities being taken up by the Board include macro/micro-level ground water management studies, exploratory drilling program, monitoring of ground water levels and water quality through a network of ground water observation wells, and periodic assessment of replenishable ground water resources of the country etc. The Board also takes up special studies on various aspects of ground water sector such as ground water depletion, sea water ingress, ground water contamination, conjunctive use of surface & ground water, etc.

Association of Global Groundwater Scientists (AGGS), India

AGGS with its registered office in Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu, India, is committed to work on the promotion of research for minimizing groundwater pollution and to advocate the effective use of groundwater for better health and sustainable livelihood through undertaking appropriate measures. AGGS organizes seminars/symposia at various centres in India and in the neighbouring countries viz. Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, Pakistan, Nepal and Bhutan and publishes proceedings and new findings. It also plays a partner role along with other International Associations viz., IAHS & IAH in organising international events in other developing countries as well as SAARC countries.

National Mission for Clean Ganga (NMCG), India

National Mission for Clean Ganga (NMCG) was registered as a society on 12th August 2011 under the Societies Registration Act 1860. It acted as implementation arm of National Ganga River Basin Authority (NGRBA) which was constituted under the provisions of the Environment (Protection) Act (EPA),1986. NGRBA has since been dissolved with effect from the 7th October 2016, consequent to constitution of National Council for Rejuvenation, Protection and Management of River Ganga (referred as National Ganga Council. The aims and objectives of NMCG is to accomplish the mandate of National Ganga River Basin Authority (NGRBA). The Vision for Ganga Rejuvenation constitutes restoring the wholesomeness of the river defined in terms of ensuring “Aviral Dhara” (Continuous Flow), “Nirmal Dhara” (Unpolluted Flow), Geologic and ecological integrity.

National River Conservation Directorate (NRCD), India

The National River Conservation Directorate, functioning under the Department of Water Resources, River Development & Ganga Rejuvenation, and Ministry of Jal Shakti providing financial assistance to the State Government for conservation of rivers under the Centrally Sponsored Schemes of ‘National River Conservation Plan (NRCP)’. National River Conservation Plan to the State Governments/ local bodies to set up infrastructure for pollution abatement of rivers in identified polluted river stretches based on proposals received from the State Governments/ local bodies.

British Geological Survey, UK

The British Geological Survey is a world-leading geological survey and global geoscience organisation, focused on public-good science for government and research to understand earth and environmental processes. We are the UK’s premier provider of objective and authoritative geoscientific data, information and knowledge to help society to use its natural resources responsibly, manage environmental change and be resilient to environmental hazards.

Hochschule für Technik und Wirtschaft Dresden, Germany

The HTW Dresden - University of Applied Sciences was founded in 1992. It is the second-largest university in the capital of the state of Saxony. Engineering, economics, design, and 'green' disciplines constitute the four pillars that the 42 forward-looking diploma, bachelor's, and master's degree programmes in civil engineering/architecture, electrical engineering, informatics, product design, machine engineering, and business administration are based on. These degree programmes include a number of subjects that are unique to post-secondary education in Saxony such as agriculture, horticulture, landscape planning and development, environmental monitoring and analysis, geoinformatics and surveying, as well as geoinformatics and cartography. With 8 faculties, approximately 170 professors, and about 5,000 students, the university is large enough to integrate the different disciplines successfully and generate a high synergistic effect. On the other hand, it is still manageable enough to facilitate personal dialogue in individual courses.

KTH-Royal Institute of Technology, Stockholm, Sweden

The KTH Royal Institute of Technology , abbreviated KTH, is a public research university in Stockholm, Sweden. KTH conducts research and education in engineering and technology and is Sweden's largest technical university. Currently, KTH consists of five schools with four campuses in and around Stockholm. KTH was established in 1827 as the Teknologiska institutet (Institute of Technology) and had its roots in the Mekaniska skolan (School of Mechanics) that was established in 1798 in Stockholm. But the origin of KTH dates back to the predecessor of the Mekaniska skolan, the Laboratorium mechanicum, which was established in 1697 by the Swedish scientist and innovator Christopher Polhem. The Laboratorium mechanicum combined education technology, a laboratory, and an exhibition space for innovations In 1877, KTH received its current name, Kungliga Tekniska högskolan (KTH Royal Institute of Technology). The Swedish king, Carl XVI Gustaf, is the patron of KTH. KTH is ranked 73rd in the world among all universities in the 2024 QS World University Rankings, which is higher than any other university in the Nordic countries.