Nagaland launches 3-day training on ‘Springshed Management’

A three-day training programme on “Springshed Management” commenced on July 15 at the Conference Hall of the Chief Engineer’s office, Water Resources Department. The initiative is being jointly organized by the Water Resources Department Nagaland and the Central Ground Water Board, North Eastern Region Guwahati, under the Ministry of Jal Shakti, Government of India.
According to a DIPR report, the programme aims to address the pressing issue of spring water depletion across the Himalayan states, with a particular focus on Nagaland. Delivering the keynote address, additional chief engineer, Er. Sobu Angami highlighted the region’s dependence on spring and glacier-fed water sources for domestic, agricultural and livestock needs. He emphasized that these critical water sources are diminishing due to population growth, land-use changes, climate shifts and unplanned development.
Underscoring the urgent need for intervention, Er. Angami called for action at both the policy-making and implementation levels. He noted that the government is conducting spring, irrigation and water body censuses while the Brahmaputra Board is executing multiple Springshed Management schemes across the North East. He also urged the Water Resources Department to actively engage in Springshed Management, describing it as a dormant but technically vital subject.
He encouraged participants to thoroughly study the interventions required and gain practical insights through the training. The programme features resource persons Shasinlo Kent, Anenuo Pienyu, and Mophi Mili, who will lead discussions, interactive sessions and field visits focusing on spring studies and sustainable springshed management.
The training will conclude on July 17 and marks a significant step toward environmental stewardship and long-term water security for Nagaland and other Himalayan states.