Launched on 15th August 2019, the Jal Jeevan Mission (JJM) aims to provide tap water to every rural household by 2024 (extended till 2028), targeting 55 liters per person per day.

Need To Know

• It is a Centrally Sponsored Scheme, implemented by the Ministry of Jal Shakti.
• It has a community based approach.
• Motto – Sabka Saath, Sabka Vikas, Sabka Vishwas aur Sabka Prayas
• Associated SDG – SDG 6 that safe and affordable water to all
• Strategy – Focuses on integrated demand and supply side management of water at the local level, including creation of local infrastructure for source sustainability like rainwater harvesting, groundwater recharge, and management of household wastewater for reuse in agriculture.

Source: The Hindu