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Daily News Analysis ‘Jal Jeevan Mission (JJM)’ : 31 January

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Why in News: 

  • The Centre has recently mandated that States must demonstrate 15 days of continuous water supply to receive future funds, aiming to ensure long-term sustainability and check irregularities in the scheme.

About the Mission and Key Features

  • Objective: To provide 55 litres of potable water per person per day to every rural household through Functional Household Tap Connections (FHTC).
  • Nodal Ministry: Department of Drinking Water and Sanitation, Ministry of Jal Shakti.
  • Vision: Originally targeted for 2024, the mission is now working towards 2028 to ensure 100% saturation and functionality.
  • Community-Driven: Implements a “bottom-up” approach where Paani Samitis (Village Water & Sanitation Committees) play a key role in planning, implementation, and operation.
  • Funding Pattern:
    • 90:10 for Himalayan and North-Eastern States.
    • 50:50 for other States.
    • 100% for Union Territories.
  • Holistic Components: It goes beyond just pipes; it includes source sustainability (rainwater harvesting), greywater management (reuse), and water quality monitoring.
  • Technology Use: Utilizes Sensor-based IoT systems to monitor water supply quantity, quality, and regularity in real-time.
  • Current Status: As of January 2026, over 81% of rural households have tap water connections. States like Goa, Telangana, Haryana, Gujarat, and Punjab have achieved 100% saturation (“Har Ghar Jal”).