- Rs 2,813 crore extra funding approved for Nal Jal Yojana in Madhya Pradesh.
- 15,947 out of 27,990 single village tap water schemes finished, with work ongoing in 12,043 villages.
- Budget raised by 13.55% to provide tap water connections to 7 lakh families under Jal Jeevan Mission.
Nal Jal Yojana in Madhya Pradesh has got a big funding boost with the state cabinet approving an extra Rs 2,813.21 crore to expand tap water connections under the Jal Jeevan Mission. This increase aims to speed up the supply of safe and well-known tap water to rural homes, improving health and sanitation across the state. The scheme matches Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s vision of a healthier India by cutting down water-borne diseases, a major issue pointed out by the World Health Organization.
The state cabinet, led by Chief Minister Mohan Yadav, approved the higher budget to support the Jal Jeevan Mission. Originally, 27,990 single village tap water schemes were approved at a cost of Rs 20,765 crore, along with 148 group water supply schemes costing Rs 60,786 crore. The extra Rs 2,813.21 crore means a 13.55% rise in the budget, raising the allocation from Rs 6,213.76 crore to Rs 9,026.97 crore. This financial update will be covered by the state government to make sure the water supply projects finish on time and expand.
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Progress and Effect of Single Village Tap Water Schemes
Out of the total 27,990 approved single village tap water schemes, 15,947 have been completed, giving safe drinking water to thousands of rural families. Work is currently happening in 12,043 villages at different stages. These projects are key in lowering water-borne diseases, which are a big health problem in rural areas. Having clean tap water directly leads to better health and a better quality of life for residents.
Budget Update and Coverage Growth
The budget increase is needed to cover the rising costs of building and maintaining water supply infrastructure. Specifically, funds are being updated for 8,358 single village tap water schemes to add tap connections to about 7 lakh families. This growth will make sure more households get direct access to clean water, meeting the goals of the Jal Jeevan Mission and the Nal Jal Yojana.
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Single Village Tap Water Schemes Approved | 27,990 |
| Completed Schemes | 15,947 |
| Schemes Under Progress | 12,043 |
| Budget Increase | Rs 2,813.21 crore (13.55%) |
| Revised Budget for Single Village Schemes | Rs 9,026.97 crore |
| Families to be Covered | 7 lakh |
| Official Scheme Website | https://jaljeevanmission.gov.in |
This funding increase for the Nal Jal Yojana shows a strong commitment by the Madhya Pradesh government to make sure safe drinking water reaches every rural home. If you live in the state or are involved in these projects, keeping up with the progress can help you see how the government is working towards a healthier and more sustainable future.