Do We Need to Consume Eight Glasses of Water?

A recent study from Melbourne seems to debunk the theory about consumption of  eight glasses of water daily as a way to stay healthy and maintain weight. 
Researchers recommend a daily fluid intake of about 2.8 litres for women and 3.4 litres for men. They believe that total fluid intake in a day could come from fluids derived from food and intake of other beverages like tea and coffee. 
There is no need to drink water to quench one’s thirst, even a beverage will do. The mandatory requirement of two liters of water regularly is an absolute myth. What is important is to ensure intake of fluids , be it from any source- food, or from beverages.