A slum dweller sucks at a water pipe in an attempt to restore the flow of water from the municipality supply, in Kolkata on Wednesday. According to the UN, the theme for World Water Day 2018, observed on March 22, is Nature for Water exploring nature-based solutions to the water challenges we face in the 21st century. (Image: PTI)
New Delhi, March 22 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday highlighted the importance of 'Jal Shakti' on the occasion of the World Water Day saying when people conserve water cities, villages and farmers benefit "tremendously".
"World Water Day is an occasion to highlight the importance of Jal Shakti (water power) and reaffirm our commitment towards water conservation.
"When water is conserved, our cities, villages and hardworking farmers benefit tremendously," Modi tweeted.
World Water Day is observed annually on March 22 to remind people about conserving water -- one of the most important elements that sustains life on the planet.
