Talks on water were not limited only to discussing different aspects of usages and management of water but also expanded to cover subjects like literature, history, politics, identity, and bio-cultural diversity and heritage of the region. Multiple interests and actors influence water management and policy-making.

"I wonder how and when did I capture these beautiful moments of Mother Teesta and the playful kids. I felt it like the time stopped at the moment when these concrete walls took away the freedom of Mother Teesta."Sangay Chopel Lepcha from Singhik, North Sikkim express his emotions and attachments.