Union Minister Paatil Chairs Governing Body Meeting of NERIWALM in Guwahati

The 6th Meeting of the Governing Body of the North Eastern Regional Institute of Water and Land Management (NERIWALM), an institute under the Department of Water Resources, River Development & Ganga Rejuvenation, Ministry of Jal Shakti, Government of India, was held today in Guwahati under the chairmanship of C. R. Paatil, Union Minister of Jal Shakti and President of the Governing Body, NERIWALM.

Prior to the commencement of the meeting, Shri C. R. Paatil virtually inaugurated the newly constructed International Hostel-cum-Guest House of NERIWALM, marking a significant step towards strengthening the institute’s infrastructure and academic facilities.

The Governing Body reviewed the institute’s achievements, approved key institutional matters and deliberated on future strategies for strengthening water and land management in the North Eastern Region. The Governing Body approved the Annual Report and Audited Accounts for FY 2024–25 and appreciated NERIWALM’s continued progress in capacity building, research and academic activities.

The meeting concluded with a vote of thanks delivered by Dr. Uzzal Mani Hazarika, Director, NERIWALM and Member Secretary of the Governing Body.(UPDATED ON 19TH MAY 2026)