Hayat Ashraf

The Jal Jeevan Mission (JJM) is a flagship program of the Government of India launched in 2019. Its primary objective is to provide piped water supply (Har Ghar Jal) to all rural households in India by 2024. The mission aims to ensure the availability of clean and safe drinking water to improve the overall quality of life in rural areas. Key features of the Jal Jeevan Mission: 1. Coverage: The mission aims to cover all rural households in India with piped water supply, thereby eliminating the need for people to fetch water from distant sources. 2. Community participation: The mission emphasizes community participation, wherein local communities are involved in planning, implementation, operation, and maintenance of water supply systems. This approach promotes ownership and sustainability. 3. Convergence: The mission promotes convergence with various existing schemes and programs related to water supply, sanitation, and hygiene. This ensures efficient utilization of resources and maximi...