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BWSSB Chairman Joins Global SWAN Advisory Group
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The Smart Water Networks Forum (SWAN) on February 19, 2026 appointed Ram Prasath Manohar, Chairman of the Bangalore Water Supply and Sewerage Board (BWSSB), to its 5th Senior Utility Advisory Group. Manohar is the only utility head from India and will serve alongside five members from Australia, Canada, Portugal, Brazil and the United States, reflecting recognition of BWSSB's AI and data-driven water management efforts.
Key Points
- 1Appoints Ram Prasath Manohar, BWSSB Chairman, to SWAN's 5th Senior Utility Advisory Group.
- 2Recognizes BWSSB's technology-driven water management, notably AI and data-based systems for Bengaluru's network.
- 3Signals potential knowledge transfer and global collaboration opportunities for Indian urban water utilities.
Scoring Rationale
Official global appointment signals sector recognition, but limited novelty and narrow sectoral impact reduce broader significance.
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