🌊📖💧 National Institute of Hydrology Announcement 🌍✨
The National Institute of Hydrology proudly congratulates Dr. Santosh Murlidhar Pingale on receiving the prestigious 🏆 Springer Nature Editor of Distinction Award 2026 for Editorial Contribution as Editor of Scientific Reports by Springer Nature.
This distinguished recognition reflects Dr. Pingale’s valuable contributions toward advancing 📚 high-quality scientific publishing, strengthening 🔍 peer-review standards, and promoting impactful 🌐 interdisciplinary research. The award also acknowledges the collective efforts of editors, authors, reviewers, and the global research community dedicated to advancing scientific discovery.
Such achievements bring pride to NIH and further reinforce its commitment to excellence in 🌊 hydrology, 💦 water science, and 🔬 research innovation for national development.
👏 We extend our heartfelt congratulations and best wishes for continued success in scientific leadership and scholarly contribution.
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Ministry of Jal Shakti, Department of Water Resources, RD & GR, Govt. of India
📢 Walk-in Interview Opportunity at National Institute of Hydrology (NIH), Roorkee
The National Institute of Hydrology (NIH), Roorkee, invites eligible candidates for Walk-in Interviews for various project-based positions under ongoing research projects.
🔹 Positions Available:
• Project Scientist-I
• Project Associate-I
• Project Assistant
• Junior Research Fellow (JRF)
📍 Venue: NIH, Roorkee
📅 Interview Date: 18 May 2026
⏰ Reporting Time:
• 10:30 AM – Project Scientist-I
• 11:30 AM – Project Associate-I, Project Assistant & JRF
💼 Attractive monthly emoluments with HRA as per norms.
📚 Candidates with backgrounds in Hydrology, Water Resources, Civil Engineering, Earth Sciences, Environmental Sciences, GIS, Remote Sensing, Groundwater Modelling, Sediment Transport Modelling, Stable Isotope Studies, and related disciplines are encouraged to apply.
📄 Interested candidates must bring:
✔️ Complete Bio-data
✔️ Passport-size photograph
✔️ Original certificates & testimonials
✔️ Self-attested copies of documents
⚠️ Candidates are advised to report at NIH one hour before the interview time.
🌊 Join NIH and contribute towards impactful research in hydrology, climate resilience, groundwater studies, flood modelling, sediment transport and Himalayan water systems.
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We are pleased to share that Dr. Ruchir Patidar, along with his co-authors Dr. Santosh Murlidhar Pingale, Prof. Deepak Khare, Dr. Deen Dayal, and Dr. Sourav Choudhary, have published a research paper titled “Evaluating the GloFAS discharge reanalysis product for hydrological drought monitoring in India: performance across temporal scales and flow regimes” in the Hydrological Sciences Journal (Taylor & Francis).
The study presents the first nationwide evaluation of the GloFAS reanalysis product for hydrological applications in India, covering both drought and flood perspectives. Using long-term discharge records (over 25 years) from 109 gauging stations, it systematically compares simulated and observed flows across daily, monthly, annual, monsoon, and non-monsoon scales, including dependable flow conditions (Q5, Q30, etc.).
The findings highlight that while GloFAS performs reliably at broader temporal scales and is effective in detecting hydrological extremes, it shows limitations in capturing low-flow conditions and drought severity, particularly in non-perennial and regulated basins.
This work underscores the potential of GloFAS as a first-alert system for hydrological studies in ungauged and data-scarce regions, while emphasizing the need for integration with local observations for operational applications in both drought and flood research.
🔗 Read the full paper here: https://t.co/E5WVifMb2y
Congratulations to all the authors for this valuable contribution to hydrology, water resources, and climate science.
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As part of the Induction Level Training Course (ILTC), Batch 5, eight Scientist B officers from the Central Ground Water Board (CGWB) visited the National Institute of Hydrology (NIH), Roorkee, on 23rd April 2026.
The visit was organized to strengthen practical understanding and technical skills in advanced hydrological sciences. The participants had the opportunity to explore:
🔬 Nuclear Hydrology Laboratory
🌊 Hydrological Instrumentation Laboratory
🌱 Soil Water Laboratory
🛰️ Demonstration of 3D Geophysical Imaging Instrument
💧 Water Quality Laboratory
Detailed insights into the Rainwater Harvesting System implemented at NIH Roorkee were provided by Sh. Mukesh Sharma (AE) and Dr. L.N. Thakural, Scientist-E & Coordinator (Construction). Interactive discussions and laboratory visits offered the students practical perspectives on sustainable water resource management. The educational excursion was coordinated by Sh. Rajesh Agarwal, Sh. Pawan Kumar, and Sh. Deepak Gupta of the Technical Cell.
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The students toured key facilities, including the HI Laboratory, Soil Water Laboratory, Water Quality Laboratory, Hydromet Observatory, and the Rainwater Harvesting System. Dr. Ravindra Kale (Scientist-E & OIC, Hydromet Observatory), Dr. Pingale, and Dr. Kalzang (Scientist-C & Alternate OIC, Water Quality Laboratory) explained the instruments, their applications, and their importance in water resource assessment and management. The students gained hands-on experience in water quality and quantity assessment techniques, as well as hydrological field measurements.
National Institute of Hydrology (NIH), Roorkee hosted 15 geography students from Miranda House, University of Delhi for an educational excursion aimed at providing practical exposure to hydrological research and experimentation. The university faculty, led by Dr. Sanjay Kumar, Scientist-G & Head, Groundwater Hydrology Division, and Nodal Officer, Technical Cell, met NIH Director, Dr. Y.R.S. Rao, and discussed prospects for future collaboration in projects, training opportunities, and joint supervision of Master’s and Ph.D. students.
💧 Key themes explored:
· Transboundary river basin management
· Water–Energy–Food Nexus
· Climate change adaptation & resilience
· Groundwater sustainability & aquifer management
· Water quality, ecohydrology & circular economy
· Advanced water technologies & policy frameworks
This conclave reinforced the shared responsibility of academia, policymakers, and industry toward sustainable, equitable, and resilient water governance.
🙏 Heartfelt thanks to all speakers, participants, organizers, and volunteers who made RWC 2026 a grand success. Together, we are shaping stronger collaborations and impactful solutions for global water security.
https://t.co/hoxEduRBTn
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🌍✨ Roorkee Water Conclave 2026 – A Resounding Success! ✨🌍
With 500+ delegates from 80+ institutions across 20+ countries, the 4th Roorkee Water Conclave (RWC 2026) has concluded on a high note at Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Roorkee, jointly organized with the National Institute of Hydrology (NIH).
Over three days (23–25 February 2026), the conclave fostered vibrant dialogue on the theme “Transboundary Water Cooperation Through Nexus Approach” — bridging research, innovation, and policy for sustainable water futures.
🔹 Highlights included:
· Inaugural and keynote plenaries with eminent experts, including Padma Shri awardees and global leaders
· 40 international keynote speakers and 500+ participants
· Technical sessions, paper presentations, and poster exhibitions
· Special session on “Community Participation & Socio-economic Aspects of Water Cooperation”
· Cultural and networking programmes enriching global collaboration
Shri V.L. Kantha Rao, Secretary, DoWR, RD&GR, MoJS, chaired the 86th Governing Body Meeting of NIH, Roorkee, reviewing the institute’s progress and its expansion as a premier research organization addressing critical water challenges, including climate change impacts and sustainable resource management, on 13th February 2026.
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This initiative reinforces our shared commitment to climate resilience, sustainable groundwater practices, and innovative solutions for water resource management. 🌍💧
The program was successfully coordinated by Dr. Prashant Rai (Regional Director, CGWB, Dehradun) and Dr. Vikas Tomar (Scientist-C, Regional Directorate, CGWB, Dehradun).
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Featured Article! 📷📷
We are proud to share that the article “Quantification of the surface and groundwater dynamics of Upper Godavari Sub-Basin using SWAT-MODFLOW and CMIP6 climate change scenarios” has been selected as the Featured Articlein Hydrological Sciences Journal (Vol. 70, Issue 10).
Authored by Sourav Choudhary, Santosh Murlidhar Pingale, Deepak Khare, and Radha Krishan, this study advances integrated surface–groundwater modeling under future climate scenarios, contributing to informed water resources planning and management.
🔓 The article will be open access for six months, enabling the global research community to engage with this important work.
We thank the co-editors of HSJ for recognizing this contribution to hydrological sciences.
The paper can be accessed from the link:
https://t.co/B8jti0UgFm
https://t.co/ZwARl07L8M
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National Institute of Hydrology, Roorkee,is proud to contribute to advancing sustainable groundwater management.
Our scientists, Dr. Rajesh Singh (Scientist-E) and Dr. Santosh Murlidhar Pingale (Scientist-D), delivered expert lectures during the Tier-II Training on “Sustainable Development and Management of Ground Water Resources”, organized by the Regional Directorate of Central Ground Water Board (CGWB), Dehradun, under the Ministry of Jal Shakti, Department of Water Resources, River Development & Ganga Rejuvenation, Government of India.
The training was held from February 02–04, 2026 at Dehradun (Uttarakhand) for researchers and officials of the Minor Irrigation Department of Uttarakhand.
📌 Key lectures included:
Water Sampling Methods, Analysis and Remediation for Quality Issues.
Soil and Water Conservation Measures for Hilly Terrain: Rainwater Harvesting Potential Assessment, Design & Costing of the Structures
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जल शक्ति हैकाथॉन-2025 पर एक जागरूकता कार्यशाला का आयोजन 20 जनवरी 2026 को राष्ट्रीय जल विज्ञान संस्थान NIH रुड़की में निदेशक डॉ. वाई.आर.एस. राव के नेतृत्व में किया गया। कार्यशाला का उद्घाटन मुख्य अतिथि श्री आज़म अली खान (मुख्य कार्यकारी अधिकारी, TIDES, IIT रुड़की) द्वारा किया गया।
As part of a key Indian organization in hydrology, meteorology & disaster management, a 15-member delegation from the Government of Nepal, visited the National Institute of Hydrology, Roorkee, on January 19, 2026. A delegation comprising Nepalese representatives from
A one-day workshop on “Springshed Assessment, Monitoring, and Management in the Indian Himalayan Region” was jointly organized by CGWB & NIH on 16th January 2026, in line with the Calendar of Events (CY 2026–27) of the Ministry of Jal Shakti, DoWR, RD & GR.
The workshop focuses on scientific and community-based approaches for sustainable management of springs in the Himalayan region, with sharing of best practices, methodologies, and perspectives on springshed management.
Shri V. L. Kantha Rao, Secretary, DoWR, RD & GR, delivered the keynote address, highlighting the importance of springs for water security in the Himalayas.
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