An industrial visit of Civil Engineering students of Madhav Institute of Technology

An industrial visit of Civil Engineering students of Madhav Institute of Technology ( Deemed University) to the 145 MLD Sewage treatment plant was organised by the IWWA Gwalior and IWWA student chapter on 31 October. About 45 students joined the visit. Prof. A K Saxena ( COM member and Faculty Civil Engineering) coordinated the trip. Er Zameer Khan incharge STP has appraised about the working and constructional features of the SBR based one of the largest STP In Madhya Pradesh. Various troubleshooting measures were also explained to run the plant with optimum efficiency and consistenly. Students were also appraised about the operation of the STP using Scada System and its salient features . It was also informed that no liquid and solid waste is wasted, instead the treated sewage is used for irrigation and the dried sludge is being used for the improvement of agricultural land by the farmers to improve, soil texture, buffering capacity, enhanced humus , and utilising the NPK found in sewage sludge. The visit ended with light snacks and tea arrangements.

Celebration of Founder's Day by Gwalior Centre

Celebration of World Habitat Day on 5th October 2026

The Indian Water Works Association (IWWA), Gwalior Centre, in association with the Institution of Engineers (India), Gwalior Local Centre, organized a programme to celebrate World Habitat Day on 5th October 2026. The theme for this year was “Housing for All.” The programme was held at Ambassador Hotel, Jinsi Road No. 1, Lashkar, Gwalior, and commenced at 11:00 AM. In his welcome address, Er. U. S. Pandey, Hon. Secretary, IWWA Gwalior Centre, informed the gathering that World Habitat Day is observed every year on the first Monday of October, as recognized by the United Nations. He emphasized the growing need for affordable and low-cost housing, highlighting that housing is one of the basic necessities of every individual. On the occasion, Er. R. K. Khetan, FIE, another distinguished guest, highlighted the importance of sustainable development in achieving peace and prosperity for people and the planet. He stressed that housing is a fundamental human right. Other expert engineers present at the programme also shared their valuable views and suggestions. They mentioned that World Habitat Day has been celebrated since 1986. The speakers emphasized the need to promote social and public awareness, encourage cooperative efforts, and ensure active community participation to achieve the goal of housing for all. Furthermore, special emphasis was laid on reducing construction costs, adopting prefabricated construction techniques, and developing environmentally friendly and climate-resilient housing solutions. After high tea, the programme concluded at 1:00 PM with a vote of thanks delivered by Prof. Jha, who expressed gratitude to all the dignitaries, experts, and participants for their presence and valuable contributions.

Celebration of World Wetlands Day (02 February 2026)

Celebrating World Wetlands Day (02 February 2026) The Gwalior Chapter of IWWA organized an expert lecture on 05 February 2026 on the theme “Importance, Challenges and Conservation of Wetlands.” The programme was presided over by Er. R. S. Bhadoriya (Retd. Chief Engineer, PHED and Joint Secretary, IWWA Headquarters). Er. R. L. S. Mourya (Chief Engineer, PHED) graced the occasion as the Chief Guest and Er. P. N. Gaud attended as the Guest of Honour. The programme was organized in the meeting hall of the office of the Superintending Engineer, PHED. About 30 participants, including IWWA members and engineers of the department, were present during the programme. Er. U. S. Pande (Hon. Secretary, IWWA)** briefed the participants about the activities of IWWA, and Er. R. K. Singh (Vice Chairman, IWWA Gwalior Chapter) welcomed the dignitaries. Er. B. S. Sikarwar highlighted the importance of wetlands. Prof. A. K. Saxena (Committee Member and Member of the State Wetland Conservation Committee, Madhya Pradesh) delivered an expert lecture detailing the role of wetlands in climate resilience, ecological balance, and the economic activities of the nation. He also informed the participants about the various threats causing degradation of wetlands. Various engineering, social, and legal measures for the conservation of wetlands were also discussed. The expert emphasized that awareness and commitment of society can play a major role in protecting wetlands. The lecture was followed by an interactive discussion, and at the end a vote of thanks was delivered by Er. R. K. Singh (Superintending Engineer, PHED). The members reaffirmed their commitment to contribute towards environmental conservation for the larger benefit of society.

Workshop on “Integrated Water Management and Water Quality Monitoring” Organized by IWWA Gwalior Centre

The Indian Water Works Association (IWWA) Gwalior organized a workshop on “Integrated Water Management and Water Quality Monitoring” on 31st October 2025 at Tansen Residency, starting from 1:00 PM onwards. The program was presided over by Er. S. K. Andhwan, Chief Engineer, PHED. Er. Maurya, Chief Engineer, and Er. R. K. Singhal, expert and keynote speaker from Delhi Jal Board, graced the occasion with their presence. The event commenced with a welcome address by Prof. A. K. Saxena. Er. R. K. Singhal delivered a detailed lecture on Water Management, covering topics such as collection, conservation, recharge, consumption, and the economical use of water, supported by a PowerPoint presentation which was highly appreciated by the audience. In his address, Er. Andhwan emphasized not only the quantity of water but also the importance of maintaining water quality as per the prescribed standards for drinking and domestic purposes. He also encouraged participants to become members of IWWA, highlighting the significance and objectives of the association. During the program, 17 participants expressed their consent to become members of IWWA within the coming month. Er. Maurya assured full cooperation and support for the betterment and development of the Gwalior Centre. Mementos were presented to the dignitaries as a token of appreciation. A total of 69 members from PHED, Nagar Nigam, Jal Nigam, and MPUDC attended the workshop. The event concluded at 4:00 PM with a vote of thanks proposed by Er. U. S. Pandey.

Visit of Dr. M. L. Agrawal, President of IWWA, to Gwalior Centre and Tree Plantation

Some glimpses from the programme held on 14th August at the Gwalior Centre on the occasion of the visit of Er. (Dr.) M. L. Agrawal, President of IWWA, Er. C. K. Tyagi (Director, Administration), and Er. Komal Prasad.

Celebration of World Environment Day on 5th June, 2025

Celebration of World Environment Day by IWWA Student Chapter on 5th June, 2025

On the occasion of World Environment Day, students of the IWWA Student Chapter participated in an environmental awareness rally. This rally was organized with the support of the Pollution Control Board and the Municipal Corporation. It started from Katora Tal on June 5 at 7:00 AM and concluded at Phool Bagh at 8:30 AM. There, the Honorable Energy Minister, Member of Parliament from Gwalior, and other distinguished guests addressed the gathering.

Celebration of World Earth Day by Student Chapter on 22nd April, 2025

Celebration of World Earth Day on 22nd April, 2025

Celebration of World Water Day on 22nd March, 2025 by IWWA Gwalior Centre

Indian Water Works Association Gwalior Centre, Celebrated World WATER Day on 22nd March, 2025 Venue MITS Gwalior Theme Glacier Preservation Expert, Eminent Professionals, Engineers, Academician delivered Effective Lectures.

Celebration of Public Health Engineer's Day on 09th March, 2025

Public Health Engineers day organised by IWWA Gwalior centre on 9th March, 2025 Venue Galav guesthouse, program started at 3 pm with welcome address by Er USPANDEY highlighting importance oftheme PHE plays in creating sustainable solutions for water supply & waste water disposal Er KK Saraswat FIE chairman & Er SK Jain ex chief engr phed mp chief guest graced the program, Er GS Agrawal environmental speciialist explained that phe focusses on ensuring clean water n sanitation & health environment directly contribute to sustainable development n public health he also described about surface source scheme need of today explaining components of scheme which is presently execution under his wothy guidance, Er RS Bhadoriya explained about rapid urbanization, climate change population growth are the challenges of providing potable drinking clean water n good sanitary habits clean water n sanitation is to be provided by the end upto2030 out of 17 SDGoals globally, Er sk jain shared his long life experiences in phed, we have to protect our planet from environmental views like global warming, climate change creating awareness n work for humanities Er Program Saraswat explained the role of Engineers to protect public heath that's why we are called public health Engineers program ended with vote of thanks by Er RK Batra at 5pm.

Celebration of World Environment Day on 5th June, 2024

IWWA Gwalior Centre celebrates World Environment Day on 5 June 2024 Venue Conference Hall o|o CEPHED Gwalior zone Theme Land Restoration Desertisation and Drought Resilience The program was graced by Er SK Andhwan Project Director,JalNigam MP, Er KK Saraswat,Er RS BhadoriyaCom member,Er GK Dixit were sitting on Dais, Program started at 1pmgarlnding Maa Saraswati,Ganesh vandana en lighting Lamp, Er US Pandey delivered welcome speech aboutEnvironment it's illeffects n remedial measures to minimise pollution causing due to Air, Water, Land pollution focussing the theme of today Er Bhadoriya key note speaker described various issues through Power Point Presentation Er Saraswat pointed out the need of tree plantation to prevent pollution, Er Morya chief engineer broadly mentioned to create awareness in community for prevention of pollution by adopting good habits to save water economically ,n to maintain fair sanitary habits Chief guest Er Andhwan highlighted very important thoughts enumerated useful habits n tips Concepts of 3R'srule Reduce, Reuse, Recycle which stands in a way to take care of the environment, practising. All three activities daily in Life will definitely bring healthy Environment, He also motivated to the members for tree plantation awairing community to do so in appropriate time of rains and to safe guard the plants watching regularly to keep greeneries sound Speech was appreciated by Audience Er Megha also expressed to work with co operation by sharing good ideas to protect Lives causing I'll effects due to pollution Aman shama conducted program nicely to make it successful,40 participants took part in program Program adjourned at4pm with vote of thanks by D Agrawal. And ended with National Anthem.

World Health Day program on 7th Apr, 2024

Indian Water Works Association Gwalior centre orgnizes World Health Day Program on 7 April 2024,at Hotel Sunbeam city centre My Health My Right is theme of this year The program was graced by senior most IWWA member Er JP Pathak as chief guest Dr SS Jadon, ExCMHO,was guest of honour Program started at 11 am with Ganesh Vandana Er US Pandey Honorary Secretary delivered welcome address elaborted that WHD is globally celebrated with coordination of WHO every year on7 April with specific theme this year theme My Health My Right stating that WHO defines health as a state of complete physical, mental, Social well being not merely the absence of disease or infirmity Let us all commit together to foster a world where health is not just a privelege but a fundamental human right accessible to all. Dr Jadon explained that prevention is better than cure, there is need of awareness for understanding our human right for health various useful information s regarding disease diabities, blood pressure, heart n brain stroke problem, water borne diseases their causes,preventivemeasures,timely treatment n provision of rules, regulations madeby MCI n benefits being provided by Govt to general public Dr answered the questions raised by audience Er RS Bhadoriya, Com member high lighted importance of health by doing physical exercise, natural pathy homeopathy Program attended by25 members appreciated the views of speakers.

Gwalior Program in the 3rd quater of Oct-Dec 2023

Program : 1 . World Habitat Day on 2nd Oct, 2. IWWA Foundation day on 10th Oct, 3. World Energy Conservation Day Glimpses

Celebration of Engineers Day on 15th Sep, 2023

IWWA Gwalior organized Celebration of day in association with MITS in presence of Er SK Andhwan EnC PHED, MP 60 members including the engineers iwwa members, student of college attended program, Eminent speakers delivered Lectures about aisa activities, theme Engg for sustainable future, , Technical session about Water storage tank with concept of design, construction , maintenance was also conducted vote of thanks given by er Prachi

Celebration of World Nature Conservation Day on 28 July, 2023

IWWA Gwalior center organized the program on28 th July 2023Theme Forest& Livelyhoods&sustaining people and planet ,Venue Conference Hall(O/O) Chief Engineer PHE office Morar Program started at 10 am with welcome speech by Er us pandey mentioning importance of nature conservation in view of theme on this auspicious day Honourable shri Vinod sharmaIAS,ExCommissioner Municipal Corporation Gwalior delivered aneffective speech with great enthusiasm in view of practical aspects of World Nature Conservation day which was highly appreciated byAudience , Professor shri AK Saxena,civil engg deptt MITS Gwalior graced the occasion as guest of honor and participated as Key Note Speaker on the occasion Prominent Engineers shri kksaraswat ,RS Bhadoriya, PN Gaur, RLS Morya, Vinod Chaaro, DK Rathor were also present on this day & shared views with audience regarding with Need of conservation of Forests and Livelyhoods 45 participants attended program which was nicely conducted by er D Nandan and Aman sharma Program was adjourned at1pm with vote of thanks by Er Jagesh shrivastava superintending engineer Municipal corporation

Celebration of World Environment Day on 8th Jun, 2023

Celebrated World Population Day on 11th July, 2023

IndianWater Works Association Gwalior center celebrated World Population Day on 11thJuly ,Theme unleashing possibilities Venue Conference hall,Chief engineer office Gwalior Program started at4pm,shri RS Bhadoriya,Ex ce the was chair person, shri RLS Morya, ce phe Gwalior zone was chief guest, us pandeyHon secy, Gwaliorstarted program with welcome speach ,highlightingthe concept of theme, eminent engrs PN Gaur, RN Kareya,Vinod chhari briefly described useful thoughts about empowerment of women& girls women also described their grievences & asked the efforts to remove their problems. U S Pandey Secretary Gwalior Centre: Other participants of phed also shared their ideas about illeffets likely to be caused due to population growth Shri Morya described the causes of harassment of women, & necessary steps to be adopted by societies,& learned members, Shri Bhadoriya chair person focussed about awareness,identifying the problems of women uplifting their education, health status for uplifting women efforts to be done by adopting family planning so as to decrease population growth through performing IEC activities and capacity building More than 40 participants took part in the program joyfully.

Celebration of World Day on 7th April 2023

Glimpses World Health Day, IWWA chapter Gwalior on 7th April 2023