World Water Day is observed on March 22 each year to emphasize the significance of water and to create awareness about the global water crisis.
The primary purpose of celebrating this day is to promote the achievement of SDG 6, which aims to provide access to clean water and sanitation for everyone by 2030. The day is dedicated to raising awareness about water-related issues, such as water pollution, water scarcity, insufficient water supply, and inadequate sanitation.
Theme: ‘Accelerating the change to solve the water and sanitation crisis’, emphasising the necessity of taking stern action to address the global water crisis.