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Lucknow to host Health and Water Summit with focus on Maha Kumbh's success

Lucknow, Mar 18 (UNI) A Public Health and Water Summit will be held in Lucknow on Wednesday focusing on the success of Maha Kumbh and the remarkable management of the Uttar Pradesh government, official sources said here on Tuesday.
Sources said that the event will bring together renowned scientists, water experts, environmentalists, and representatives from various government and non-governmental organisations nationwide. "The innovative measures taken for cleanliness, water supply, health services and the convenience of devotees at Maha Kumbh have gained global attention for the first time," they said.
Sources said that under the Yogi government's leadership, initiatives such as water resource management, Ganga cleanliness, modern technology integration and disaster preparedness were effectively executed with support from Namami Gange and the Rural Water Supply Department.
Sources said, "The summit will explore public health, water resource management and environmental sustainability, highlighting how modern techniques and coordinated efforts ensured a seamless experience for crores of devotees while maintaining the purity of the Ganga."
During Maha Kumbh, the Yogi government took significant steps under the Namami Gange Mission to ensure clean and uninterrupted water flow in the Ganga. Key initiatives included ghat cleaning, sewage treatment plants, bio-toilets and an advanced waste management system, making the Maha Kumbh the cleanest and most divine in history.
The summit will also see participation from NGOs, social workers, researchers and policymakers, who will analyse the government's efforts and offer insights for organising such grand events in the future.
Sources said that the Maha Kumbh's success has sparked discussions worldwide and events like this summit are giving global recognition to the UP government’s policies and innovations, setting new benchmarks for future large-scale religious and cultural gatherings.
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