Sai University proudly hosted the Fourth S. Krishnamurti Endowment Lecture in Law, featuring Prof. Rhett Larson, Richard Morrison Professor of Water Law at Arizona State University (USA). Held on 14 November at the Sai University campus, the lecture explored the theme “Water Disputes Dilution” and offered globally informed perspectives on resolving water conflicts.

Prof. Larson discussed how augmenting water availability can open pathways to more sustainable and cooperative water-sharing. His lecture examined practical solutions such as forestry management, cloud seeding, wastewater recycling, and groundwater recharge, offering balanced insights into the strengths and limitations of each approach. Drawing international parallels—including lessons from the Colorado River water-sharing system—he stressed the importance of accountability, transparency, and scientific collaboration as the cornerstones of resolving water disputes.

The session was presided over by Mr. K. V. Ramani, Founder and Chancellor of Sai University, with special remarks by Prof. Ajith Abraham, Vice Chancellor.

This lecture series is instituted by Dr. Vasantha Bharucha in memory of her father, Late Sri S. Krishnamurti, an eminent lawyer, humanist, and philanthropist. His legacy continues to enrich Sai University’s academic discourse through quarterly lectures that inspire students, researchers, and the wider community.