Pramesh S Jain
In a landmark achievement,the Bangalore Water Supply and Sewerage Board (BWSSB) has become the first Indian water utility to be inducted as a member of the Smart Water Networks Forum (SWAN)—a globally renowned body dedicated to advancing digital and data-driven water management.
The membership places BWSSB alongside leading international utilities and technology innovators that are shaping the future of sustainable water management.
By joining SWAN,BWSSB gains access to cutting-edge global best practices,research collaborations,and smart water technologies,reinforcing its commitment to digital transformation under the “Utility of the Future 2026” vision.
Speaking at the event, Dr.Ram Prasath Manohar,IAS, Chairman,BWSSB,said“This membership marks a new chapter for Bengaluru’s water story.
It’s not just a recognition of our progress—it’s an opportunity to learn,collaborate,and lead India’s transition to smarter,more resilient water systems.
Under the Brand Bengaluru initiative,our focus is on building global partnerships and adopting world-class service standards, which has been the vision and mission set by our Deputy Chief Minister,D.K. Shivakumar.”
The announcement was made IFAT India 2025,where key officials,experts,and stakeholders discussed Bengaluru’s roadmap toward integrated water management and digital utility transformation.
BWSSB has already taken pioneering steps in smart metering,real-time monitoring,wastewater reuse,and citizen engagement platforms—initiatives that align with SWAN’s mission to leverage data for a sustainable water future.
With this partnership,BWSSB aims to strengthen collaborations with global utilities,adopt emerging technologies,and scale up its vision of making Bengaluru a water-secure city by 2026.
*About SWAN:
The Smart Water Networks Forum (SWAN) is a leading global non-profit dedicated to accelerating the digital transformation of the water sector.
Its members include utilities,technology providers, researchers, and regulators from over 50 countries working together to build smarter and more sustainable water systems.
