Niti aayog launches ‘jal utsav’

Why in the News?

  • NITI Aayog Launched a 15-day ‘Jal Utsav‘ to focus on water conservation and sustainability.
  • Inspired by: Prime Minister Modi’s vision, following the model of ‘Nadi Utsav’ discussed at the 3rd Chief Secretaries Conference in December.

Niti aayog launches ‘jal utsav’

Key Highlights of Jal Utsav

  • Organized: Until November 24 in partnership with National Jal Jeevan Mission and Ministry of Jal Shakti.
  • Implemented in: 20 Aspirational Districts and Blocks across 20 states, encouraging community involvement in water conservation.
  • Student Involvement: School students engage in water management activities, promoting awareness within communities.

Significance of the Campaign

  • Symbolic Act: ‘Jal Bandhan‘ represents a commitment to water resources through sacred thread tying on water assets.
  • Local Leaders: Launch “Fact Sheet on Jal Sampada,” emphasizing grassroots responsibility in water resource management.

What is the Jal Jeevan Mission?

About:

  • Launched in 2019: Aims to provide 55 liters per person per day to rural households via Functional Household Tap Connections (FHTC) by 2024.
  • Jan Andolan: Promotes a mass movement for water conservation, emphasizing it as a shared public priority.
  • Under Jal Shakti Ministry: Overseen by this ministry to ensure alignment with national water goals.

Aims:

  • System Functionality: Ensures maintenance of water supply systems, water quality monitoring, and testing.
  • Sustainable Agriculture: Supports conjunctive use of water for agriculture and augments drinking water sources.
  • Water Management: Focuses on grey water treatment and reuse as well as expanding drinking water sources.

Features:

  • Integrated Approach: Manages both demand and supply at the local level, focusing on source sustainability.
  • Infrastructure Creation: Builds facilities for rainwater harvesting, groundwater recharge, and wastewater reuse.
  • Community Involvement: Emphasizes public education and a community-centered approach to water conservation.

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