Bhubaneswar, April 28 -- In a major push towards sustainable urban development and water security, the Odisha government has notified its ambitious policy on reuse of Treated Used Water (TUW) of Urban Odisha, 2026. The policy outlines a comprehensive framework to transform treated wastewater into a valuable resource and promote a circular water economy across the state's urban centres.
The landmark policy comes at a crucial time as Odisha grapples with increasing seasonal and regional water stress. By converting used water from an environmental burden into an economic asset, the state aims to significantly reduce dependence on freshwater resources while strengthening urban resilience.
Under the policy, Odisha has set clear and time-bound ...