A state-run sewer monitoring system in Gujarat, covering 156 municipalities, is set to be recognized nationally for its community impact. The Integrated Command and Control Centre, established under the Gujarat Urban Development Mission (GUDM), has been selected for the ‘Best Community Impact Project Award’ by the India Water Foundation. This recognition highlights its role in overseeing sewer network cleaning operations and enhancing urban infrastructure management in the state.
The award ceremony will take place during the Water Transversality Global Awards and Conclave 2026, scheduled for March 6-7 in New Delhi. The Integrated Command and Control Centre was created to digitally monitor sewer network maintenance in municipal areas, facilitating real-time supervision and improved coordination. Officials note that this system has led to more efficient maintenance operations and enhanced oversight of cleaning activities in urban local bodies.
Under the leadership of Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel, the state government has undertaken various initiatives to modernize urban infrastructure. Through GUDM, efforts have been made to extend planned development and upgraded civic facilities to both major cities and smaller municipal areas. The adoption of advanced technology, under the supervision of Urban Development and Urban Housing Minister Kanu Desai, has strengthened service delivery and improved monitoring and accountability in sewer maintenance.
“The Integrated Command and Control Centre has enhanced monitoring and accountability in sewer maintenance, while also supporting water reuse initiatives that have led to the conservation of millions of liters of water,” officials stated. The integration of technology has allowed for closer tracking of operations and has contributed to environmentally sustainable urban management practices. The systematic planning and infrastructure upgrades under GUDM aim to improve public health and overall quality of life in urban areas.
The India Water Foundation’s jury selected the project for the award based on its efforts to enhance community-level impact in water and sanitation management. The formal presentation of the award is expected to occur during the upcoming conclave in New Delhi.
