SWAN appoints BWSSB Chairman Dr Ram Prasath Manohar to Global Senior Utility Advisory Group

Bengaluru: The Smart Water Networks Forum (SWAN) has announced the formation of its 5th Senior Utility Advisory Group (UAG). Dr Ram Prasath Manohar, Chairman of the Bangalore Water Supply and Sewerage Board (BWSSB), has been selected to join this elite global committee.

Dr Manohar is the only utility leader from India appointed to this prestigious cohort. He joins five other global smart water experts representing utilities from Australia, Canada, Portugal, Brazil, and the US.

The selected UAG Members will collaborate to explore concrete utility challenges, uncover regional trends, and identify strategic research priorities. Chosen for their extensive industry contributions, this cohort will support SWAN's future planning and review global initiatives.

Dr Manohar's exclusive inclusion is a direct global recognition of his recent Artificial Intelligence (AI) and data-driven initiatives at BWSSB. His efforts have accelerated Bengaluru’s emergence as a pioneering hub for smart water management, ensuring that India's unique water challenges and technological solutions are represented at the forefront of the global ecosystem.

This timely announcement builds anticipation for the SWAN 16th annual conference from June 2 to 4 in Tampa, Florida.