The Regional Chief Conservator of Forests (RCCF), Berhampur Circle, Odisha, has bagged the first rank (joint winner) in the ‘Best Institute Other Than School and College Outside Campus’ category at the National Water Awards 2024, officials said Tuesday.

The Berhampur circle shared the top honour with Chaudhary Charan Singh Haryana Agriculture University, Hisar.

The awards, instituted by the Department of Water Resources, River Development and Ganga Rejuvenation under the Ministry of Jal Shakti, recognise excellence in water conservation and management across the country.

Union Jal Shakti Minister C R Paatil announced the list of 46 winners across ten categories, including joint winners.

The award carries a citation, trophy, and cash prize in select categories.

The winners will receive

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