This technical brief explores the role of leadership development in accelerating Participatory Groundwater Management (PGWM) in India. It highlights training initiatives designed to build leadership capacities among community resource persons, government officials, and civil society actors involved in groundwater governance. Drawing on field experiences and training programs, the document discusses strategies for strengthening local leadership, improving community participation, and enhancing collective decision-making for sustainable groundwater use. The brief contributes to policy discussions on strengthening water governance and promoting community-driven approaches to groundwater management.