The report has been coordinated by the World Meteorological Organization (WMO).
- WMO is a specialized agency of United Nations responsible for promoting international cooperation in atmospheric science and meteorology.
Key Findings
- Hydrological extremes: Year 2023 was the hottest year on record.
- Levels of soil moisture were predominantly below or much below normal across large territories globally.
- 2023 was driest year for global rivers in 33 years.
- Lake Coari in the Amazon faced below-normal water levels, leading to extreme water temperature.
- Glaciers: Glaciers suffered the largest mass loss ever registered in the last five decades.
NATIONAL WATER AWARDS (NWA)
Recently, President of India presented fifth NWA in New Delhi.
About National Water Awards
- Nodal Ministry: Ministry of Jal Shakti.
- Aim: To create awareness among people about importance of water and motivate them to adopt the best water usage practices.
- Presented in nine categories: Best State, Best District, Best Village Panchayat, Best Urban Local Body (ULB), Best School/College, Best Industry, Best Water User Association, Best Institution (other than school/college), and Best Civil Society.
- Odisha is best state and Surat, Gujarat is Best ULB.
