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Advocacy

GIWA works with leaders and policy makers from across India and around the world to advocate for improved access to safe, healthy and sustainable Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH) for all.

WASH for All

GIWA produces informative policy papers and publications that delve deeply into pressing issues, such as sustainable development and the rejuvenation of key water sources, including the Ganga and Yamuna Rivers.

In addition, GIWA is spearheading the National Ganga Rights Campaign and has co-authored a draft National Ganga River Rights Act, which paved the way for the River Ganga to be  the first in India to receive same rights to exist and thrive as a person would have.

GIWA has met with leaders including: the Hon’ble President of India Smt. Droupadi Murmu, the Hon’ble Vice President of India, Shri Jagdeep Dhankar, the Hon’ble Prime Minister of India, Shri Narendra Modi, the Hon’ble Head of Rashtriya Sevak Sangh Shri Mohan Bhagwatji, HRH King Charles, the Hon’ble 14th President of India Shri Ramnath Kovindji,  many former presidents and prime ministers of various countries including India, UK, Japan, South Africa, Guyana etc. the Secretary-General and Deputy Secretary-General of the United Nations, the President of the UN General Assembly, and numerous sitting cabinet ministers of India and other renowned leaders from across the world. 

What the Leaders Say About Us

“Parmarth Niketan’s service to humanity is an inspiration to many across India and around the world.”
Shri Narendra ModiHon' Prime Minister of India
Shri Narendra Modi
“Clean water and sanitation should not be a distant dream for children and communities, they should be a reality. This alliance (with GIWA) can help bring their dreams much closer.”
Anthony Lake(then) UNICEF Executive Director
Anthony Lake
“It has been a particular pleasure to meet Swamiji, about whom I have heard so much. I know that he and all the work that he and his colleagues do, is of remarkable significance.”
HRH King Charles III(then Prince of Wales)
HRH King Charles III
“It is wonderful to see the faith traditions organized under the leadership of GIWA India’s Founder, Pujya Swami Chidanand Saraswatiji, bringing everyone together for the vital task of providing clean water, safe and sufficient sanitation and hygiene for all.”
Shri Ram Nath KovindH.E. the 14th President of India
Shri Ram Nath Kovind
“I am very happy that Swami Chidanandji has taken this initiative... bringing this many senior leaders of different traditions and different cultures together. We should really compliment Swamiji for this wonderful initiative."
Shri Venkaiah NaiduHon’ Vice President of India
Shri Venkaiah Naidu
“I often refer to ahimsa and religious harmony as India’s treasures, and they have great potential to build a happy, compassionate and nonviolent society. Swami Chidanand Saraswatiji is someone who puts these ancient Indian traditions into practice today.”
HH the Dalai Lama
HH the Dalai Lama
“We were in the midst of the preparations for the Kumbh Mela when I was concerned about ensuring clean and pristine water of the River Ganga being available to devotees and pilgrims. It was at this time that Pujya Swamiji came to me with another technology that was a great addition to the technology we already had and during the Kumbh was a great contribution towards a clean and green Kumbh for all.”
Yogi AdityanathHon’ble Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh
Yogi Adityanath
“GIWA is a noble and commendable initiative that brings together 14 key groups of vulnerable populations through an inclusive approach for achieving Sustainable Development Goals with focus on water and sanitation and hygiene, including menstrual hygiene and health. Through these initiatives, we are following the ideals of Mahamta Gandhiji towards Cleaner India.”
Gajendra Singh ShekhawatHon’ble Union Minister for Minister of Jal Shakti
Gajendra Singh Shekhawat

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  • Contact Info:

    Suite 175, Parmarth Niketan, Rishikesh

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    Phone: +91-135-244-0077

    Mobile: 91-783-045-4761

  • The Global Interfaith WASH Alliance’s Secretariat is located in the beautiful confines of Parmarth Niketan, Rishikesh. Parmarth Niketan, which means “an abode dedicated to the welfare of all,” was founded in 1942 on the beautiful banks of the River Ganga, not far from where the sparkling river first exits the emerald green Himalayas.

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