Water Minister Pradeep Yadav has said that the government is committed to making Nepal a successful model country for water management. He said that although Nepal is a country rich in natural water resources, there are still challenges in water management, hygiene and accessibility.

On the occasion of the World Drinking Water Day, Minister Yadav promised that effective policies and programs will be arranged in the budget through a strategic plan on drinking water management.

'Nepal is a country rich in natural water resources, but there are still challenges in water management, hygiene and accessibility. The World Water Day, which has been celebrated every year on March 22 since 1993, has provided an opportunity to reiterate the global commitment to ensure clean water, he said, adding that government policies and programs are being implemented by integrating them with scientific and innovation-era solutions. The government will give priority to effective policy programs to ensure equal access to water resources and proper use technology transfer and sanitation. The government's strategy is to cooperate with the private sector, non-governmental organizations and development partners to ensure safe drinking water and sanitation.'