Bhubaneswar: The Water Resources Department is strengthening technology-driven governance through the implementation of the Works and Accounts Management Information System (WAMIS), a comprehensive digital platform integrating project management, financial administration and monitoring.
As part of the ongoing capacity-building initiative, over 700 engineers and departmental officers have already received training on WAMIS through around 25 sessions conducted in multiple batches across the State.
The training covers budget management, project planning and approvals, works execution, billing, accounting, treasury reconciliation and real-time monitoring.
WAMIS enables the Department to manage infrastructure projects through a unified digital platform, linking financial expenditure with physical progress. Its mobile-based inspection facility allows field officers to undertake geo-tagged inspections and verify project implementation, strengthening supervision and accountability.
The integration of WAMIS with the Government e-Procurement platform (GePNIC) has further streamlined tender management by facilitating electronic transfer of pre-tender information and award details. This reduces repetitive data entry, minimises manual errors and ensures greater efficiency in the transition from tendering to project execution.
The department has also operationalised the Agency Interface, enabling contractors to digitally submit work programmes, measurement claims, GST invoices and other work-related requests. Integration with the offices of the Accountant General and State Treasuries facilitates timely reconciliation of accounts and improves financial reporting.
With real-time monitoring dashboards, automated reporting and digital audit trails, WAMIS is reducing dependence on manual processes, improving expenditure tracking and enabling informed decision-making.
The initiative reflects the Government of Odisha’s commitment to leveraging technology for transparent, accountable and efficient management of public infrastructure projects.
