COLOMBO: On the momentous occasion of IWMI’s 40-year celebration in Colombo the Prime Minister of Sri Lanka, Dinesh Gunawardena, along with Simi Kamal, Chair of International Water Management Institute (IWMI), highlighted the crucial role IWMI has played in shaping water management practices, not just in Sri Lanka but across the globe.

A Commemorative Stamp: Honoring IWMI’s Legacy

As a testament to IWMI’s profound influence, the Sri Lanka Post issued a special commemorative stamp to mark the institute’s 40th anniversary. This stamp symbolizes the enduring partnership between IWMI and Sri Lanka, recognizing the institute’s remarkable contributions to the nation’s water resources management over the years.

Since its inception in 1984, IWMI has been at the forefront of innovative research and practices in water management. What began as a modest institute with a focus on agricultural water usage has evolved into a global leader in comprehensive water management solutions. Over the past 40 years, IWMI has expanded its scope, scale, and impact, addressing critical water challenges nations face worldwide.—PR