Released by the NITI Aayog, it aims to create awareness among people and governments about the realities of water crisis in the country. It enables effective water management in Indian states in the face of this growing crisis.
Indicators: It ranks all states comprising 9 broad sectors with 28 different indicators covering various aspects of ground water, restoration of water bodies, irrigation, farm practices, drinking water, policy and governance. The reference year for the present Index is 2017-18.
Key Performers
Non Himalayan States: Gujarat is at the top followed by Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh, Goa, Karnataka and Tamil Nadu.
