The Manipur State Water Policy emphasizes:

The Manipur State Water Policy emphasizes sustainable water use, community participation, and integrated water resource management.

• Sustainable water use means using water in a way that meets the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs. This includes using water efficiently, reducing water pollution, and protecting water resources.
• Community participation means involving people in the decisions that affect their water resources. This includes consulting with people about water management plans, providing information about water resources, and empowering people to take action to protect their water resources.
• Integrated water resource management means managing water resources in a way that considers all of the different uses of water, including drinking water, irrigation, industry, and the environment. This includes developing water management plans that are based on sound science and that take into account the needs of all stakeholders.

The Manipur State Water Policy is an important step in ensuring that the state’s water resources are managed sustainably and equitably. The policy provides a framework for water management that is based on the principles of sustainable water use, community participation, and integrated water resource management. The policy is a valuable tool for ensuring that the state’s water resources are protected and used wisely for the benefit of all.