India’s Blueprint for Clean Drinking Water
Why in News?
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India’s Blueprint for Clean Drinking Water, The Government of India has been focusing on providing universal access to safe and clean drinking water under the flagship program Jal Jeevan Mission (JJM). The initiative gained global recognition at the UN 2023 Water Conference for its ambitious and people-centric approach.
Important Key Points:
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Jal Jeevan Mission (JJM):
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Launched in 2019, it aims to provide Functional Household Tap Connections (FHTCs) to every rural household by 2024.
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Focuses on ensuring 55 liters per capita per day (LPCD) of potable water supply to all households.
. Progress So Far:
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Over 12.7 crore rural households have been provided with tap water connections.
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States like Goa, Telangana, Gujarat, and Puducherry have achieved 100% tap water connection coverage.
. Challenges:
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Water Contamination: High levels of arsenic, fluoride, and iron in groundwater.
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Depleting Groundwater Levels: Due to over-extraction.
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Infrastructure Gaps: In remote and tribal areas.
. Key Strategies:
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Source Sustainability: Promoting rainwater harvesting, aquifer recharge, and watershed management.
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Community Participation: Village Water & Sanitation Committees (VWSCs) are encouraged to own and manage water resources.
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Technological Interventions: IoT-based monitoring for water quality and usage.
. Future Roadmap:
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Focus on sustainable water management practices to ensure long-term water security.
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Expanding awareness campaigns about water conservation.
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