Union Minister for Jal Shakti CR Patil Inaugurates Welspun D.I. Pipe Manufacturing Unit

Strengthening India’s infrastructure and water management capabilities, Union Minister for Jal Shakti, Shri CR Patil, has inaugurated Welspun World’s Ductile Iron (D.I.) Pipe manufacturing unit. The new facility marks a significant milestone in Welspun World’s expanding presence in the infrastructure and water management sectors and reinforces its commitment to national development priorities.

The state-of-the-art D.I. Pipe manufacturing unit will play a crucial role in supporting key Government of India initiatives such as the Jal Shakti Abhiyan and Jal Jeevan Mission. The facility will supply high-quality ductile iron pipes for drinking water supply and sanitation projects across urban and rural India, contributing to improved water access and long-term sustainability.

Speaking on the occasion of this inauguration, Union Minister for Jal Shakti, CR Patil said, “Under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi ji ensuring water security is one of the top priorities of the Government of India. Through the Jal Shakti Abhiyan and the Jal Jeevan Mission, we are working tirelessly to ensure water security and provide safe and sufficient drinking water to every household. These initiatives are not only improving the quality of life today but are also laying a strong foundation for a water-secure future for generations to come. Active participation of industry and institutions is crucial to strengthen these efforts and turn the vision of sustainable water management into a reality.”

Highlighting Welspun World’s alignment with national goals, B K Goenka, Chairman, Welspun World, stated , “Under the leadership of CR Patil, the Ministry of Jal Shakti is undertaking transformative work to address water challenges in both urban and rural India, benefiting future generations. Welspun is strongly aligned with this national water infrastructure agenda and I am confident that India will be well prepared to meet this critical challenge in the future.”

With this inauguration, Welspun World has further strengthened its role in India’s infrastructure development journey and will make a significant contribution to providing the country with reliable and sustainable water solutions for the nation through world-class manufacturing capabilities, technology and a sustainable approach.