The Central government has launched the Jal Sanchay, Jan Bhagidari initiative to construct a million rainwater harvesting structures, promoting groundwater replenishment. This collaborative effort involves various stakeholders and aims to secure water resources sustainably. Districts and municipalities are tasked with deploying these structures widely. A successful pilot program in Gujarat has spurred nationwide adoption, with commitments from multiple states signaling a united push for enhanced water conservation efforts.
In a significant move towards bolstering water conservation endeavors, the Central government has unveiled plans to erect a million rainwater harvesting structures, encompassing check dams, percolation tanks, and recharge wells. This transformative initiative, dubbed Jal Sanchay, Jan Bhagidari (JSJB), represents a concerted effort to amplify groundwater replenishment nationwide prior to the forthcoming monsoon season.
Building upon the foundation laid by the 'Catch the Rain - Where it Falls When it Falls' campaign, which was introduced in 1,592 blocks within 256 water-stressed districts back in 2019, JSJB is poised to invigorate community participation in water recharge mechanisms. A spokesperson from the Ministry of Jal Shakti highlighted the collaborative nature of this program, emphasizing its reliance on a diverse array of resources from governmental and non-governmental entities, including CSR funds, corporate entities, municipal bodies, and water conservation advocates. This collective endeavor is geared towards forging a water-secure future through sustainable practices.
At the heart of the JSJB initiative lies a core mission: to safeguard every precious droplet of water through a holistic, inclusive approach that engages both the entirety of society and the government. The resounding success of the pilot project in Gujarat, where JSJB was recently inaugurated in Surat, served as the catalyst for the nationwide expansion.
Under this ambitious scheme, each district has been entrusted with the crucial task of ensuring that every village boasts a minimum of five recharge structures designed to capture and preserve rainwater efficiently. In addition, municipal corporations have been urged to establish no fewer than 10,000 recharge facilities within their jurisdictions.
A grand event is set to unfold in Surat, showcasing the immense potential of this initiative. Anticipated to grace the occasion are Jal Shakti Minister C R Paatil and Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel, who are poised to pledge the construction of 80,000 rainwater harvesting structures across the state before the onset of next year's monsoon. Similar commitments are expected from the administrations of Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, and Bihar, underscoring a collective resolve to fortify water conservation efforts nationwide.
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