SDG Goal wise programs of India (SDG 6) – Part 19

SDG Goal wise programs of India (SDG 6) – Part 19

(இதன் தமிழ் வடிவத்திற்கு இங்கே சொடுக்கவும்)

AMRUT 2.0

Launched Year:

• October 1, 2021.

Ministry or Nodal Agency:

• The Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs (MoHUA).

Objectives:

• Provide 100% water supply coverage to all households in about 4,800 Urban Local Bodies (ULBs) by ensuring the provision of 2.68 crore tap connections.
• Ensure 100% coverage of sewerage and septage management in 500 AMRUT cities, providing 2.64 crore sewer/septage connections.
• Promote circular economy by emphasizing the recycling and reuse of treated wastewater.
• Focus on the conservation and rejuvenation of water bodies and groundwater recharge.
• Implement data-led governance in water management.
• Promote technology adoption through a Technology Sub-Mission.
• Conduct Pey Jal Survekshan to encourage competition among cities and assess water distribution and wastewater reuse.
• Address sewage and septic management to prevent sewage from draining into rivers and make cities water secure.

Beneficiaries:

• Urban residents in approximately 4,800 cities and towns, with a focus on those in statutory towns.
• 10.5 crore people are expected to benefit from improved water supply, sewerage, and septic management.
• Households that will receive functional water tap connections.
• Cities and towns receiving infrastructure for sewage treatment, rejuvenation of water bodies, and development of parks.

Eligibility Criteria:

• The program is aimed at statutory towns and urban local bodies (ULBs) in India.
• Urban local bodies (ULBs) with inadequate water and sewage infrastructure are the key focus areas.

Benefits:

• 100% functional water tap connections in all households of ULBs.
• Sewerage and septage management coverage in 500 AMRUT cities.
• Increased water security by ensuring no sewage drains into rivers.
• Promotion of sustainable water practices through the reuse of treated wastewater (20% of total water needs and 40% of industrial demand).
• Improved urban living conditions through better sewage management, clean water supply, and rejuvenated water bodies.
• Creation of green spaces and parks as part of urban development.
• Cities benefit from funding and technological support, encouraging startups and public-private partnerships.

Additional Information:

• 100-day agenda focus on commissioning 500 MLD sewage treatment plants and 150 MLD water treatment plants.
• The mission also includes ongoing projects from AMRUT Phase I that focus on water supply, sewage treatment, and water bodies rejuvenation.
• AMRUT 2.0 includes the continued promotion of energy-efficient measures like replacing conventional streetlights with LED lights, reducing energy consumption and CO2 emissions.

Pradhan Mantri Krishi Sinchayee Yojana (PMKSY)

Launched year:

• 2015.

Ministry or Nodal Agency:

• Ministry of Agriculture.
• Ministry of Water Resources.
• Ministry of Rural Development.

Objectives:

• Ensure the convergence of irrigation investments and improve accessibility of water for agriculture.
• Increase the irrigated area to achieve ‘Har Khet Ko Pani’ (water for every farm).
• Efficiently utilize water resources through appropriate technologies and reduce water wastage.
• Encourage the adoption of water-saving technologies such as precision irrigation.
• Promote aquifer recharge and implement sustainable water conservation practices.
• Integrate rainfed areas for soil and water conservation, groundwater regeneration, and livelihoods.

Beneficiaries:

• Farmers across the country, particularly those in water-scarce regions, benefiting from improved irrigation facilities and water conservation efforts.

Eligibility Criteria:

• Indian farmers, particularly those relying on irrigation for agricultural activities.

Benefits:

• Increased area of irrigated land with reliable water supply.
• Improved water use efficiency and better crop yields.
• Enhanced groundwater recharge and sustainable water management practices.
• Adoption of modern water-saving techniques like drip irrigation and sprinkler systems.
• Improved soil health and moisture conservation through watershed management.

Additional Information:

• The PMKSY scheme includes components like Accelerated Irrigation Benefit Program (AIBP), Har Khet Ko Pani (HKKP), and Per Drop More Crop (PDMC).
• It benefits around 22 lakh farmers, with a central-to-state funding ratio of 75:25 (90:10 for northeastern states).
• The Micro Irrigation Fund was created under the NABARD with Rs 5000 crore to provide loans at concessional rates for micro-irrigation adoption.

Mission Amrit Sarovar

Launched Year:

• April 24, 2022.

Ministry or Nodal Agency:

• Ministry of Rural Development.
• Department of Land Resources.
• Department of Drinking Water and Sanitation.
• Department of Water Resources.
• Ministry of Panchayati Raj.
• Ministry of Forest, Environment, and Climate Change.
• Bhaskaracharya National Institute for Space Application and Geo-informatics (BISAG-N) (Technical Partner).

Objectives:

• To construct/rejuvenate at least 75 Amrit Sarovars (water bodies) in each district across India.
• To overcome the water crisis in rural areas.
• To ensure water sustainability at the local level.
• To conserve water and promote people’s participation.
• To utilize soil excavated from water bodies to boost infrastructure projects.

Beneficiaries:

• Rural communities across India, particularly in districts facing water scarcity.

Benefits:

• Provides a sustainable water source for rural areas.
• Encourages community participation in water conservation efforts.
• Supports local infrastructure projects by utilizing excavated soil.
• Strengthens water security and enhances livelihoods in rural regions.

Additional Information:

• The mission was launched as part of India's "Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav" to mark the 75th year of independence.
• Over 1 lakh Amrit Sarovars were identified, and construction/rejuvenation work has begun for over 81,000, with over 66,000 completed.
• The mission leverages various financial grants and schemes, such as the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MGNREGA), Pradhan Mantri Kisan Sampada Yojana, and state-specific initiatives.
• BISAG-N is the technical partner, using geospatial data and technology to identify and implement the mission’s goals.

Jal Shakti Abhiyan: Catch the Rain (JSA: CTR) Campaign 2024

Launched Year:

• March 11, 2024.

Ministry or Nodal Agency:

• Ministry of Jal Shakti.
• National Water Mission.
• Department of Water Resources, River Development & Ganga Rejuvenation.
• Department of Drinking Water & Sanitation.

Objectives:

• To promote water conservation and sustainable management of water resources.
• To encourage citizen participation in water conservation activities.
• To emphasize the crucial role of women in water conservation and management.
• Focus on activities such as de-silting, rejuvenation of defunct borewells, geo-tagging water bodies, and afforestation in catchment areas.
• Special focus on snow harvesting in hilly areas like Ladakh and rejuvenation of small rivers.

Beneficiaries:

• The Rural and urban communities, especially women, who are actively involved in water conservation efforts.
• Approximately 24 lakh women trained to test water quality using Field Testing Kits (FTK).
• Rural households benefiting from initiatives like the Atal Bhujal Yojna and the Jal Jeevan Mission.

Benefits:

• Improved water conservation and management practices.
• Strengthened role of women in decision-making processes related to water resources.
• Increased groundwater recharge through revitalized borewells and water bodies.
• Enhanced awareness and participation in sustainable water practices.
• Positive impact on rural water supply through initiatives like Jal Jeevan Mission, which has achieved 75% coverage of rural households with tap water connections.

Additional Information:

• The 2024 edition is themed “Nari Shakti se Jal Shakti,” highlighting women’s vital role in water conservation.
• Women are actively involved through initiatives like Atal Bhujal Yojna, which ensures at least 33% representation of women in Gram Panchayats for water resource planning.
• The campaign will also focus on interventions like rainwater harvesting, geo-tagging water bodies, and creating inventories of water bodies across the country.
• The campaign is part of a series of Jal Shakti Abhiyan initiatives aimed at addressing water-related challenges and building sustainable water management systems across India.

Atal Bhujal Yojana (ABHY)

Launched Year:

• December 25, 2019.

Ministry or Nodal Agency:

• Ministry of Jal Shakti.

Objectives:

• To improve groundwater management in water-stressed areas through community participation.
• To promote efficient water use, groundwater recharge, and sustainable management practices.
• To foster the development of water security plans and encourage behavioural change in local communities regarding groundwater use.
• To strengthen the institutional framework for groundwater management and enhance monitoring and data collection systems.

Beneficiaries:

• Farmers and local communities in water-stressed areas.
• States involved in groundwater resource management.

Eligibility Criteria:

• The scheme targets water-stressed areas in seven specific states Gujarat, Haryana, Karnataka, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, Rajasthan, and Uttar Pradesh.

Benefits:

• Improved groundwater management and efficient use of water resources.
• Capacity building and training of local stakeholders and government officials for better water management.
• Incentives for communities and farmers who adopt sustainable water practices (such as efficient irrigation techniques).
• Increased community participation in groundwater management through Water User Associations and Panchayat-led initiatives.
• Development and implementation of localized Water Security Plans at the Gram Panchayat level.
• Convergence with other ongoing government schemes to ensure comprehensive water management solutions.

Additional Information:

• The scheme covers 8,353 Gram Panchayats across 193 blocks in 78 districts in the seven focus states.
• The scheme also aims to incentivize states for their achievements in groundwater management practices, including improved monitoring, water security planning, and implementation of demand-side management techniques.

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