INTEGRATED AND INCLUSIVE WATER RESOURCE PLANNING: REVISITING DR. AMBEDKAR'S LEGACY IN THE ERA OF CLIMATE CHANGE

Dr. B. R. Ambedkar is often celebrated as the principal architect of the Indian Constitution and a champion of social justice. However, his profound contributions to the domain of water resource management remain underexplored. This paper revisits Dr. Ambedkar's vision of integrated and inclusive water resource planning and contextualizes his approach in light of contemporary climate change challenges. With a focus on equity, sustainability, and scientific planning, Ambedkar's legacy offers valuable insights into reshaping water governance in modern India.