IPA invites all the water, sanitation and plumbing industry

stakeholders to come and explore Operation and Maintenance (Challenges and

Solutions) in Chennai, Dec 17-19

Mumbai/Chennai, 17 June (HS): The Indian Plumbing

Association (IPA) has announced that the 32nd Indian Plumbing Conference (IPC)

2026 will be held in Chennai from December 17–19,2026 bringing together

policymakers, industry leaders, architects, engineers, consultants, developers,

manufacturers, academics and other stakeholders to address pressing challenges

and emerging opportunities in the water, sanitation and plumbing sector.

Centered around the theme, Water, Sanitation and

Plumbing: Operation and Maintenance (Challenges and Solutions), the

three-day conference will serve as a premier platform for knowledge exchange

and industry dialogue, focusing on the efficient management of water resources,

sanitation infrastructure, sustainability, operational excellence and

technological advancements shaping the built environment.

As rapid urbanization continues to place increasing demands

on India's water and sanitation systems, the conference aims to facilitate

discussions on innovative strategies, best practices and policy frameworks that

can help strengthen infrastructure resilience and support sustainable urban

development.

The event will feature keynote sessions, technical

presentations, panel discussions, industry case studies and networking

opportunities, enabling participants to engage with experts and gain insights

into the latest trends, challenges and solutions across the sector.

Announcing the conference, Gurmit Singh Arora, National

President, Indian Plumbing Association, said, India's growing urban

centers are facing unprecedented challenges related to water availability,

sanitation infrastructure and resource management. Addressing these issues

requires a collaborative approach that brings together expertise from across

the ecosystem. The Indian Plumbing Conference 2026 will provide an important

forum for sharing knowledge, discussing emerging challenges and identifying

practical solutions that can contribute to a more sustainable future.

Highlighting Chennai's significance as the host city, he

added, Chennai has demonstrated remarkable progress in infrastructure

development, engineering innovation and sustainable urban planning. Its

experience in managing water-related challenges makes it a fitting venue for

this year's conference. We look forward to bringing together industry

professionals and thought leaders to exchange ideas and drive meaningful

change.

Over the past three decades, the Indian Plumbing Conference

has evolved into one of the country's most prominent platforms for advancing

professional standards, promoting sustainable plumbing practices, encouraging water

conservation and supporting skill development within the industry.

Additional details regarding the venue, speaker roster,

technical agenda and registration process will be announced in the coming

months. The conference is expected to attract participation from government

officials, urban planners, developers, consultants, architects, engineers,

manufacturers, students, researchers and professionals committed to shaping a

more water-secure and sustainable future for India.

About the Indian Plumbing Association: Established in 1993,

the Indian Plumbing Association (IPA) is the apex body of plumbing

professionals in India dedicated to advancing plumbing standards, water

efficiency, sanitation excellence and sustainable building practices. Through

its nationwide network of chapters and industry professionals, IPA works to

promote innovation, skill development, knowledge sharing and public awareness

in the plumbing sector.

Hindusthan Samachar / Abhishek Awasthi