Overall, there is a need for enhanced focus on more integrated watershed management approaches utilizing the 3Is.
o Develop and implement a monitoring strategy for the entire basin to fill critical data gaps (e.g. on groundwater, water quality) and ensure availability of real-time data services
o Leverage available earth-observation and other tools (incl. from global sources) to support the development of insights
o Develop appropriate interactive dashboards and decision support systems to support planning and operational decisions across sectors
o Improving cross-agency coordination at central and decentralized levels. In this context, work to strengthen national arrangements for water-related agencies to work together as well as to have basin organizations set up for all basins in Bhutan
o Support the development of enabling policies for improved data access and use, including in the public-domain
o Improving capacity of agencies for water management through training, deputation into the Basin organization, student internships, virtual learning, etc.
o Improved interaction (including through use of technology) with local government and water user associations
o Develop a comprehensive investment plan for the Basin including short, medium, and long-term options for water infrastructure (new and modernization) related to storage, efficient use, water quality management, and monitoring and institutional infrastructure
o Actively seek ways to finance investment needs with a combination of public and private resources
o Integrate climate considerations (both related to managing risks due to continuing climate variability and climate change scenarios) into the planning and operations of water-related infrastructure