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The Star
6 days ago
- Business
- The Star
Ministry drives water policy for safe, sustainable supply
Innovation at work: Fadillah (second from right) and Nassuruddin (second from left) visiting booths after attending the 2025 JPS Senior Managers and District Engineers Conference in Kota Baru. — Bernama KOTA BARU: The Energy Transition and Water Transformation Ministry (Petra) is committed to strengthening the implementation of the National Water Policy as a driver for transforming the national water sector, ensuring safe, viable and sustainable water supply for the people. Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof said this effort will not only enhance the security of the country's water resources but also drive Malaysia towards becoming a dynamic water hub with potential contributions to economic development, job creation, and facilitating research and development. 'In this context, the Irrigation and Drainage Department (JPS) plays an important role in strengthening cooperation at the federal, state and local government levels towards integrated water management. 'The transformation of the water sector towards more efficient water management requires an integrated information system to safeguard water security and ensure ecosystem sustainability for a better future,' Fadillah said at an event here, reported Bernama. He was speaking at the 2025 JPS Senior Managers and District Engineers Conference here yesterday, which was also attended by Kelantan Mentri Besar Datuk Mohd Nassuruddin Daud. Fadillah, who is also Energy Transition and Water Transformation Minister, said efficient and sustainable water resource management remains one of the main focuses of the 13th Malaysia Plan (13MP), especially as issues of clean water supply security and changing rainfall patterns due to climate change become increasingly critical. Under Thrust A7 – Strengthening Flood Mitigation and Adaptation – the government emphasises implementing more comprehensive, integrated and innovative strategies to increase the nation's resilience to increasingly complex and high-impact flood disasters. 'As the main technical agency in managing national water resources, Petra hopes JPS will continue to lead in ensuring integrated, sustainable and resilient water resource management in Malaysia. 'JPS is also expected to strengthen its role as a facilitator of the national water policy at the state and district levels so that there are no gaps in planning and implementing water-related projects,' Fadillah added.
The Sun
7 days ago
- Business
- The Sun
PETRA to enhance National Water Policy for sustainable supply in Malaysia
KOTA BHARU: The Energy Transition and Water Transformation Ministry (PETRA) is prioritising the National Water Policy to ensure safe and sustainable water supply nationwide. Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof stated that this initiative will bolster water security and position Malaysia as a dynamic water hub. He highlighted the policy's potential to drive economic growth, create jobs, and support research and development. Fadillah emphasised the Department of Irrigation and Drainage's (JPS) role in fostering federal-state collaboration for integrated water management. He stressed the need for an efficient information system to safeguard water resources and ecosystem sustainability. Speaking at the 2025 JPS Senior Managers and District Engineers Conference, he reiterated PETRA's commitment under the 13th Malaysia Plan. The minister noted that climate change and shifting rainfall patterns make water security a critical focus. Thrust A7 of the 13MP aims to strengthen flood mitigation through innovative and integrated strategies. Fadillah urged JPS to lead in sustainable water management to address future challenges. He called for stronger policy facilitation at state and district levels to prevent gaps in water project execution. Kelantan Menteri Besar Datuk Mohd Nassuruddin Daud also attended the conference. - Bernama
New Straits Times
7 days ago
- Politics
- New Straits Times
Fadillah warns leakage of documents threatens national security, government credibility
KOTA BARU: Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof has reminded senior officers and district engineers of the Department of Irrigation and Drainage (DID) to uphold the confidentiality of official information. He said the leakage of classified documents, whether intentional or due to negligence, is a critical matter, as such breaches could threaten national security and tarnish the government's credibility. "Every officer, including those at the technical and implementation levels, is fully responsible for the documents they handle. "DID must continue to strengthen a culture of integrity, from the meeting room to the project site, and from data management to public communication. "Transparency, professionalism and accountability are the foundations of public trust," he said. Fadillah, who is also the energy transition and water transformation minister, said this when opening the DID senior officers and district engineers conference here today. Also present were Menteri Besar Datuk Mohd Nassuruddin Daud and DID director-general Mohamad Radzi Abdul Talib. Fadillah said DID is among the key agencies under the ministry that upholds the vision of leading sustainable and inclusive water governance to ensure the nation's well-being. "In line with this vision, the ministry is committed to strengthening the implementation of the National Water Policy as a catalyst for transforming the country's water sector, ensuring a safe, reliable and sustainable water supply for the people. "This effort will not only reinforce the security of the nation's water resources, but also position Malaysia as a dynamic water hub that could contribute to economic development.
Barnama
7 days ago
- Business
- Barnama
PETRA To Drive National Water Policy For Sustainable Supply
KOTA BHARU, Aug 13 (Bernama) -- The Energy Transition and Water Transformation Ministry (PETRA) is committed to strengthening the implementation of the National Water Policy as a driver for transforming the national water sector, ensuring safe, viable and sustainable water supply for the people. Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof said this effort will not only enhance the security of the country's water resources but also drive Malaysia towards becoming a dynamic water hub with potential contributions to economic development, job creation, and facilitating research and development (R&D). 'In this context, the Department of Irrigation and Drainage (JPS) plays an important role in strengthening cooperation at the federal, state and local government levels towards integrated water management. 'The transformation of the water sector towards more efficient water management requires an integrated information system to safeguard water security and ensure ecosystem sustainability for a better future,' he said. He was speaking at the 2025 JPS Senior Managers and District Engineers Conference here today, which was also attended by Kelantan Menteri Besar Datuk Mohd Nassuruddin Daud. Fadillah, who is also Minister of Energy Transition and Water Transformation, said efficient and sustainable water resource management remains one of the main focuses of the 13th Malaysia Plan (13MP), especially as issues of clean water supply security and changing rainfall patterns due to climate change become increasingly critical. Under Thrust A7 — Strengthening Flood Mitigation and Adaptation — the government emphasises implementing more comprehensive, integrated and innovative strategies to increase the nation's resilience to increasingly complex and high-impact flood disasters. 'As the main technical agency in managing national water resources, PETRA hopes JPS will continue to lead in ensuring integrated, sustainable and resilient water resource management in Malaysia. 'JPS is also expected to strengthen its role as a facilitator of the national water policy at the state and district levels so that there are no gaps in planning and implementing water-related projects,' he added.
News18
11-08-2025
- Politics
- News18
Parliamentary panel urges Jal Shakti Ministry to implement National Water Policy
Agency: Last Updated: August 12, 2025, 00:15 IST Representational image (Image: News18) New Delhi, Aug 11 (PTI) A parliamentary panel has asked the Ministry of Jal Shakti to urgently implement the long-delayed new National Water Policy, warning that India's water sector is grappling with shrinking per capita availability, deteriorating quality, and low efficiency of water use systems. In its ninth report on action taken by the government on earlier recommendations, the Standing Committee on Water Resources expressed 'paramount concern" over the lack of significant progress on the policy's rollout, despite the draft being ready. '…the Committee urged the Ministry to take necessary decisions in the matter on urgent basis and ensure the implementation of the New National Water Policy on priority so that necessary systems be prepared to confront the current challenges in the Water Sector," the report said. It directed the ministry to ensure the policy is in place within three months to strengthen resilience against scarcity, pollution, and climate-induced disruptions. The committee also raised alarms over the acute staffing shortages in State Dam Safety Organisations (SDSOs), which, it said, could compromise the objectives of the Dam Safety Act, 2021. While the National Dam Safety Authority has held 16 review meetings with states to highlight vacancies, the panel found no clarity on concrete measures taken to address the issue and demanded swift remedial action. On flood management, particularly in the Northeast, the committee reviewed the Brahmaputra Board's plans to prepare and update master plans for 15 sub-basins and 14 major rivers using advanced technology. It stressed that the success of these initiatives would depend on 'rigorous implementation" and called for time-bound action to curb recurring floods and erosion in Assam and neighbouring states. The panel reiterated its recommendation for dedicated financial grants to states and UTs to promote rainwater harvesting, rejecting the ministry's stance that such funding might undermine community-led schemes like 'Jal Shakti Abhiyan: Catch the Rain' and 'Jal Sanchay Jan Bhagidari'. It also noted the absence of clear plans for the repair and maintenance of rainwater harvesting infrastructure. Swipe Left For Next Video View all Other recommendations included incorporating local MPs and MLAs in bodies under the National Mission for Clean Ganga to improve on-ground monitoring, augmenting budget allocations for the National River Conservation Plan to address pollution in non-Ganga basins, and strengthening coordination between the Jal Shakti and Environment ministries for water management in forest areas, tiger reserves, and sanctuaries. The report said that while several programmes and schemes exist, gaps in policy execution, institutional capacity, and funding continue to hinder India's water security goals. The committee has sought updates on multiple fronts within three months. PTI UZM KVK KVK (This story has not been edited by News18 staff and is published from a syndicated news agency feed - PTI) view comments News agency-feeds Parliamentary panel urges Jal Shakti Ministry to implement National Water Policy Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy. Read More
