The Government of India is committed to providing safe and potable tap water to all rural households through the Jal Jeevan Mission (JJM) initiated in August 2019. State and UT governments are responsible for planning, approval, and implementation, with the central government offering technical and financial aid. Substantial progress has been made under the JJM, with over 11.01 Crore rural households now equipped with tap water connections, a significant increase from the 3.23 Crore households initially reported in 2019. Presently, out of the 19.27 Crore rural households in India, more than 14.24 Crore (73.93%) have access to tap water within their homes, per the latest data from States/UTs.
The Jal Jeevan Mission is a crucial step towards ensuring access to clean drinking water for rural communities, with the government’s concerted efforts leading to a notable rise in tap water connections across the country. By enhancing water supply infrastructure and facilitating partnerships with states, the mission aims to fulfill the fundamental right to safe drinking water for every rural household in India. The progress made so far underscores the commitment to achieving universal access to potable water and improving the quality of life for rural populations through sustained efforts in water supply development.
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