The award was presented by Shri Om Birla, Hon’ble Speaker of the Lok Sabha, during the 2nd Water Transversality Global Awards & Conclave, recently held at the India International Centre, New Delhi. The event was attended by eminent dignitaries including Dr. Satya Tripathi, Secretary General of the Global Alliance for a Sustainable Planet, and Dr. Arvind Kumar, President of the India Water Foundation (IWF). The honour was received by Varun Rinaldo Baptist, Director, Farmland Rainwater Harvesting Systems.

Farmland Rainwater Harvesting Systems has been actively addressing India’s growing water scarcity challenges by developing practical and scalable rainwater harvesting technologies. The company focuses on designing and implementing systems that effectively capture rooftop rainwater, enable groundwater recharge, and support long-term water conservation. As the innovators behind one of India’s leading rooftop rainwater harvesting filters, the organisation has helped communities, institutions, and industries adopt sustainable water practices while strengthening resilience against water stress.

The Water Transversality Global Awards, organised by the India Water Foundation, recognise organisations and individuals who adopt integrated and cross-sector approaches to water management, connecting water with areas such as energy, environment, health, climate resilience, and ESG principles. In this year’s edition, 49 awardees were recognised for their contributions towards sustainable water management and global water security.

Speaking about the recognition, Varun Rinaldo Baptist said, “This award reflects our team’s commitment to developing innovative rainwater harvesting and groundwater management solutions. We will continue working towards scalable technologies that help address water scarcity and support a sustainable future.”

Farmland Rainwater Harvesting Systems has established a strong presence across India and is gradually expanding its global reach. The company specialises in the design, supply, and installation of turnkey rainwater harvesting systems and customised water conservation solutions. Supported by a wide dealer network across India and exports to more than 20 countries, the organisation delivers scalable solutions for rooftop rainwater capture, groundwater recharge, and long-term water sustainability for residential, commercial, institutional, and agricultural sectors.