Tag: Jal Jeevan Mission

Smart Water Management: How Ai and Iot Can Solve India’s Urban Water Crisis

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N Nearly 600 million Indians endure high to extreme water scarcity, & over 21 cities, including Delhi, Bengaluru & Chennai, could run out of groundwater by 2030. According to NITI Aayog’s 2019 report, India’s per capita water availability is around 1,100 cubic meters, significantly below the water stress threshold of 1,700 cubic meters. By 2030, India’s water demand is estimated to be twice the available supply, implying severe scarcity. Smart Water Management: A Transformational Solution A decisive pivot to Smart Water Management (SWM) can make a transformational difference. Leveraging IoT…

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Union Minister of Jal Shakti Shri C. R. Patil Launches Jal Seva Aankalan to Assess Drinking Water Services

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In a significant step towards strengthening service delivery & community ownership under the Jal Jeevan Mission, the Department of Drinking Water & Sanitation (DDWS), Ministry of Jal Shakti, today e-launched Jal Seva Aankalan, a Gram Panchayat-led digital drinking water service functionality assessment tool. The initiative marks a decisive shift from infrastructure creation to sustained service delivery, placing Gram Panchayats and village institutions at the centre of assessing the regularity, adequacy, quality and sustainability of drinking water supply in Har Ghar Jal villages. Jal Seva Aankalan has been conceptualised as a…

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L&T Construction Delivers Safe Drinking Water to 6.8 Million Residents Across Scattered Rural Villages in Northern India

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By Neda Simeonova, Senior Product Marketing Manager, Water Infrastructure,Bentley Systems Bentley Applications Cut Construction Time by 90% and Reduced Project’s Environmental Footprint Water to Every Household As India’s most populous state, home to over 241 milion residents, Uttar Pradesh faces significant water scarcity issues that are exacerbated by low precipitation levels and an arid climate. Aligned with the country’s Jal Jeevan Mission to provide access to clean water to every rural household, L&T Construction is delivering the Uttar Pradesh tube wel project to improve potable water supply in the state’s…

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Ddws Organises One-day Workshop on “communication and Pra Tools for Jan Bhagidari” Under Jal Jeevan Mission

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The Department of Drinking Water and Sanitation  organised a one-day workshop of the Rural  WASH Partners’ Forum on “Communication and  PRA Tools to Promote Community Engagement (Jan  Bhagidari)” on 12th November 2025 at SCOPE  Complex, New Delhi. The workshop began with the unveiling of four key initiatives by Union Minister of Jal Shakti, Shri C.R. Patil: a Decision Support System for Source Sustainability, the JJM Panchayat Dashboard, the Community Radio Programme “Swachh Sujal Gaon Ki Kahani: Radio Ki Zubani”, and a handbook on Community-Managed Piped Water Systems titled “Jan Bhagidari…

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With `2.08 Lakh Crore Central Outlay, Delivering Tap Water to Over 15.72 Crore Rural Households

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Jal Jeevan Mission

The Jal Jeevan Mission (JJM), spearheaded by the Department of Drinking Water and Sanitation under the Ministry of Jal Shakti, is revolutionizing rural India by extending functional household tap connections (FHTCs) and promoting sustainable management of water resources. Encompassing the creation of in-village piped water infrastructure, augmentation of reliable drinking water sources, and establishment of bulk transfer systems and treatment plants, the Mission simultaneously integrates technological interventions for quality enhancement, grey water management, community capacity building, and contingency measures to address unforeseen disruptions. A major stride in digital governance has…

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Meghalaya Launches Drive To Rejuvenate 741 Drying Water Sources

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The Meghalaya government has initiated efforts to rejuvenate over 741 drying water sources that are rapidly drying up due to the adverse effects of climate change. The announcement was made by Public Health Engineering (PHE) Minister Marcuise N. Marak, who stressed the urgency of the situation and the measures being taken to restore vital water sources across the state. The Meghalaya government has identified over 741 critical water sources that are at risk of depletion. Chief Minister Conrad K. Sangma has formed a Climate Council to oversee restoration efforts. The…

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India’s Water Infrastructure Sector Has Opportunities Of Rs.1 Lakh Crore: Report

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A recent report by Share India Securities highlighted the rapid growth of India’s water and wastewater market, which is projected to expand at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 11.6 percent, reaching USD 17.9 billion by FY29. It said, “Government-led initiatives such as the Jal Jeevan Mission are driving significant infrastructure investments, unlocking an annual opportunity of Rs.1,000 billion in the sector”. However, the country faces a major challenge — only 30 percent of its wastewater is treated. To address this, the union government has planned to set up…

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India’s Wash Innovations Lead Global Discourse At World Economic Forum 2025

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At the World Economic Forum 2025 in Davos, India showcased its achievements in water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH) through a session titled “India’s WASH Innovation: Driving Global Impact in Climate and Water Sustainability.” Union Minister of Jal Shakti, C.R. Patil, delivered the keynote address highlighting India’s progress through the Swachh Bharat Mission (SBM) and Jal Jeevan Mission (JJM). Patil emphasized that under Prime Minister Modi’s leadership, rural household tap water coverage has increased from 17% in 2019 to 79.66% currently. This has resulted in rural India saving 55 million hours…

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Jal Jeevan Mission: Ensuring Tap Water For 15 Crore Rural Families

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As of February 2025, the Jal Jeevan Mission (JJM) has provided tap water connections to 79.74% of rural households in India (15.44 crore households), up from just 17% coverage when launched in August 2019. Eleven states/UTs have achieved 100% coverage, including Goa, Haryana, Gujarat, and Punjab among others. The mission has made significant progress in infrastructure development, with 189 districts reporting completion of water supply to all households, schools, and Anganwadi centers. Over 9.3 million schools and 9.6 million Anganwadi centres now have tap water supply. A robust quality assurance…

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Union Budget 2025-26: Advancing Water Security in India

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The Union Budget 2025-26 marks a significant step toward enhancing water security in India. Reflecting the government’s unwavering commitment to equitable access to water, the budget builds on the successes of ongoing flagship initiatives like the Jal Jeevan Mission while introducing forward-thinking measures aimed at transforming water management in the country. By focusing on infrastructure, technological advancements, and strategic policy reforms, the budget outlines a roadmap for addressing India’s growing water challenges. Opportunities on the Horizon The 2025-26 budget is a clear signal that India is gearing up to address…

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