Governor releases ‘Drops of Change’ showcasing Jal Shakti Department’s success stories

SHIMLA 5 September, 2026

· Book documents nearly 100 transformative initiatives across state

Governor Kavinder Gupta released the book ‘Drops of Change: Impactful Stories of Jal Shakti Department, Himachal Pradesh’ at Lok Bhavan, today. The publication has been brought out by the Jal Shakti Department under the leadership and guidance of Deputy Chief Minister and Jal Shakti Minister Mukesh Agnihotri and edited by Principal Secretary, Jal Shakti Department Dr. Abhishek Jain.

The book compiles nearly 100 success stories from different divisions of the department, highlighting innovative initiatives and impactful interventions in drinking water supply, irrigation, sewerage, water conservation, source sustainability, water quality, flood protection, community participation, innovation and capacity building.

While congratulating the department, the Governor said that the book was a living documentation of the dedication, innovation and tireless efforts of officers, engineers, employees and field personnel who were taking water services to people despite the challenging geographical conditions of the state. He said the stories featured in the book were not merely about schemes, projects and statistics, but about families, farmers and communities whose lives had been transformed through improved access to water. Such initiative reflects the important role of the Jal Shakti Department in improving livelihoods and strengthening water security in the state.