World Water Week : 20th To 24th August, 2023

World Water Week : 20th To 24th August, 2023

World Water Week, taking place from 20th to 24th August, 2023 is the yearly global water forum organized by Stockholm International Water Institute.

• This year’s theme, “Seeds of Change: Innovative Solutions for a Water-Wise World,” spotlights innovation in addressing current water challenges.
• In line, Jal Jeevan Mission, launched in 2019, is envisioned to provide safe and adequate drinking water through individual household tap connections by 2024 to all households in rural India.
• This ambitious initiative aims to learn from the shortcomings of past programs and rectify their failures.
• The mission allows for tapping into both surface water and groundwater, focusing on recharge and protection.
• The mission emphasizes sensitizing communities and implementing officers at all levels, encouraging active participation.
• A central dashboard publicly shares progress data, fostering healthy competition and encouraging action.
• The program encompasses disaster preparedness, bulk water transfers, technological interventions, and greywater management.

Jal Jeevan Mission:

• The goal of this mission is to provide 55 litres of water per person per day to every rural household through Functional Household Tap Connections (FHTC) by 2024.
• It comes under the Ministry of Jal Shakti.