Hyderabad will host the 30th Indian Plumbing Conference, the largest-ever event in India’s plumbing sector, from November 21-23, 2024, at Hitex Hyderabad. With the theme “Water—The New Currency,” the event underscores water’s vital role in sustainability and climate action. The conference will bring together over 1,500 delegates and 80 exhibitors from around the world to discuss sustainable water practices, efficient plumbing, and water conservation technologies.
Prominent Guests and Speakers
The inaugural ceremony will be graced by Shri D. Sridhar Babu, Telangana’s Minister for IT and Commerce. The keynote address will be delivered by Søren Nørrelund Kannik-Marquardsen, Commercial Counsellor at the Embassy of Denmark. Other notable speakers include Avinash Mishra, Chairman of the Water Audit Council, and water experts from diverse fields who will contribute insights on water management and plumbing innovations.
Key Discussions and Themes
Sessions will focus on crucial themes, such as water scarcity, the importance of water reuse, and achieving net-zero water in built environments. The conference will address how India’s growing demand for water calls for innovative plumbing systems, water recycling, and advanced leak detection technologies, especially in urban infrastructure.
India’s Water Crisis and Need for Innovation
By 2030, India is expected to experience a 50% water supply shortfall, making conservation essential. Gurmit Singh, IPA’s National President, emphasized the urgency of avoiding “Day Zero” scenarios, where cities may face severe water shortages. The event aims to introduce attendees to technologies and practices to mitigate water wastage and promote sustainable water use, contributing to India’s water security and resilience.
The 30th Indian Plumbing Conference serves as a critical platform for promoting water-efficient practices and highlights the need to view water as an economic asset essential to future sustainability.
