Water Resources Management:
Strengthening Collaboration Between NUUz and Indian Universitie
The National University of Uzbekistan (NUUz) is actively engaged in a strategic partnership with several leading Indian universities, focusing on the critical issue of water resources management in arid and semi-arid regions. This collaboration has been marked by a series of scientific exchanges and seminars, where experts from both countries come together to address the challenges of water scarcity, drought, and climate change
Prof.(Dr.) Vijay Kumar Srivastava
Vice Chancellor, MS University, Baroda
Sanskriti S Mjumdar
Associate Professor in Civil Engineering – The Maharaja Sayajirao University of Baroda
Gulomjon Umrzokov
Associate Professor at NUUz
Scientific Seminar and Project Goals
A significant milestone in this collaboration was the participation of NUUz faculty members in a scientific seminar organized at Maharaja Sayajirao University of Baroda in India. This seminar was conducted under the framework of the project titled “Assessment of the Impact of Dams and Climate Change on Water Scarcity and Drought in the Basins of Arid and Semi-Arid Rivers of Uzbekistan and India,” identified by project number UZB-IND-2021-89.
Project Objectives:
- Understanding the Impact of Dams and Climate Change: The primary goal of the project is to assess how the construction of dams and the ongoing effects of climate change are influencing water scarcity and drought in the river basins of Uzbekistan and India. By studying these impacts, the project aims to develop strategies to mitigate the negative effects on water availability and ensure sustainable water management.
- Comparative Analysis: The seminar provided a critical platform for discussing the results of ongoing research and comparing the findings from the river basins studied in both countries. This comparative analysis is essential for understanding the common challenges faced by arid and semi-arid regions and identifying best practices that can be adapted to different contexts.
The event centered around three key subthemes: Hydrogen Energy, Green Hydrogen, and the General Clean Energy Transition and Policy. It brought together prominent government officials at local, state, and federal levels, as well as experts, researchers, clean energy policymakers, and stakeholders from India, Pakistan, and other parts of the world.