Equity and Inclusion

Women Led Pani Panchayats
The State in its Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) vide 5.5.3_OD has provided for presence of more women members and office bearers in Pani Panchayats through a slew of legislations in the Odisha Pani Panchayat Act, 2002 and Rules, 2003 and subsequent amendments thereto in 2008, 2014 and 2023. Accordingly, now a large number of Pani Panchayats are spearheaded by women and are also represented in almost all committees and sub-committees.
Women in Water Governance
By actively involving women in decision-making processes and providing them with adequate training and resources, their full potential could be harnessed and a more inclusive and sustainable future be created.
Harvests following crop diversification and efficient water use.
With the recent amendment, women are being included in the participatory process resulting in a greater say in water governance, ensuring inclusion and equity
Giving women in agriculture greater autonomy has enhanced the adoption of sustainable agricultural techniques
Significant contributions of women in crop diversification and adopting sustainable agricultural practices
Empowering women in scientific fish farming bring a range of benefits and promote greater equity