Achieving Sustainable Development Through SDG 6: Lessons for Sri Lanka

Rajasinghe W.k
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Rajasinghe W.k: Attorney General’s Department and Department of Legal Affairs, Ministry of Finance, Planning and Economic Development

International Journal of Research and Innovation in Social Science, 2025, vol. 9, issue 6, 1187-1201

Abstract: Achieving Sustainable Development Goal 6 (SDG 6), which ensures universal access to clean water and sanitation, is pivotal for Sri Lanka’s sustainable development. Despite significant strides in water management and sanitation, the country faces persistent challenges, including inadequate infrastructure, weak enforcement of water quality standards, and limited public awareness. This article examines Sri Lanka’s progress toward SDG 6, highlighting key gaps in policy, governance, and resource allocation. Through a comparative analysis of Ecuador, India, and the European Union, this study identifies best practices and lessons for Sri Lanka. The article proposes strategies to overcome key hurdles in Sri Lanka including enacting robust legal frameworks, strengthening institutional capacity, fostering public-private partnerships, and integrating climate resilience into water management strategies. To address these issues, this study employs a mixed-methods approach, combining qualitative analysis of legal frameworks with quantitative assessments of institutional capacity and stakeholder engagement in water management strategies.â€

Date: 2025
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