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    India: Govt. Pushes for Unified Water Conservation Efforts

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    India: Govt. Pushes for Unified Water Conservation Efforts

    The meeting brought together senior officials from various ministries, emphasizing a coordinated approach to prioritize the construction of rainwater harvesting systems designed to enhance groundwater levels across the nation.

    In a significant move to enhance water conservation efforts, Ms. Debashree Mukherjee, Secretary of the Department of Water Resources, River Development & Ganga Rejuvenation, convened a high-level meeting today to streamline inter-sectoral collaboration for the construction of artificial recharge structures under the Jal Sanchay Jan Bhagidari (JSJB) initiative. This initiative is a crucial component of the Jal Shakti Abhiyan: Catch the Rain (JSA) 2024 campaign, launched by Prime Minister Narendra Modi earlier this month in Surat, Gujarat.

    The meeting brought together senior officials from various ministries, emphasizing a coordinated approach to prioritize the construction of rainwater harvesting systems designed to enhance groundwater levels across the nation. This initiative aims not only to address immediate water scarcity issues but also to promote sustainable water management practices.

    Action plan discussed:

    Participants discussed an action plan to assess Participants were urged to assess existing rainwater harvesting structures within their jurisdictions and formulate a mission-mode action plan focused on maximizing their potential for groundwater replenishment.

    Other issues discussed included:

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    1. Role of Ministries: Each ministry was encouraged to leverage its current schemes and resources to facilitate the construction of artificial recharge structures, with a call for setting self-targets to expedite implementation and amplify impact.
    2. Community Engagement: Ministries, particularly those in education and youth affairs, were prompted to utilize their extensive networks to foster awareness and participation in water conservation efforts at the grassroots level.
    3. Affordable Solutions: Emphasis was placed on the construction of small, community-tailored recharge structures, with collaboration sought from public sector undertakings and industries to mobilize Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) funds.
    4. Monitoring Progress: A real-time monitoring dashboard is being developed on the JSA: Catch the Rain portal, where Central Ministry Nodal Officers (CMNOs) will provide regular updates to ensure effective tracking of activities and outcomes.

    The meeting highlighted the urgent need for a unified governmental approach to prioritize water conservation as a national imperative. By fostering collaboration across various sectors, the JSJB initiative aims to create long-term solutions for water sustainability and resilience throughout the country. As water scarcity remains a pressing concern, the initiative stands out as a vital effort to secure a sustainable future for India’s water resources.

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