Bangalore’s Water Story : From Scarcity to Sustainability | Dr.Ram Prasath Manohar V IAS | TEDxABBS
From addressing Bangalore’s growing water needs to ensuring the dignity of life for the middle class and tackling scarcity at the bottom of the pyramid, Dr. Ram Prasath Manohar V, Chairman of BWSSB, leads with a powerful vision: Water for all and dignity for every citizen. In this talk he shares how strategic & collaborative approach with scientists, engineers, and dedicated teams, BWSSB has been shaping a sustainable future tackling water issues. From establishing mini water distribution points to leveraging AI-driven innovations for conservation, Bangalore today stands tall as a global citizen of water conservation - a resounding call to action for building sustainable future. His leadership reflects his deep commitment to public service and has left a lasting impact on the communities he serves, positioning Karnataka as a State leading in progressive governance and sustainable development.
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Dr. Ram Prasath Manohar V, a distinguished civil servant whose journey from a small village near Rajapalayam,Tamil Nadu, to becoming one of Karnataka’s most respected IAS officers is a story of resilience and dedication. He joined the IAS in 2010, having initially been selected for IRS, IFoS & IPS. He championed transformative initiatives such as paperless offices, women empowerment projects, welfare programs for differently-abled persons, spearheaded development of 5 airports in Karnataka to improve regional air connectivity, sustainable mining development and sustainable tourism development, instrumental in launching programs for integrated housing for the urban poor, fostering entrepreneurship among the youth, key leadership role in organising successful G20 events. His visionary approach to urban water managementin Bengaluru, has set a national example for sustainable urban water solutions and also received United Nations Framework for Climate Change convention’s recognition. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx
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