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Let's be committed to water conservation: Maharashtra Minister

Jalgaon, Mar 21 (UNI) Maharashtra Water Supply and Sanitation Minister Gulabrao Patil on Friday urged the people of the state to look seriously at issues like water conservation and wastewater management.
He said, "Water is a priceless gift given by nature. However, if we do not preserve this gift, it may face a dire crisis in the future. That is why all citizens need to look seriously at the issues of water conservation, water reuse, wastewater management, water literacy and responsible use of water."
“Water is not just a gift of nature; it is a responsibility to our future generations,” he said.
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