Mission Amrit Sarovar, launched in April 2022, has achieved remarkable progress in addressing the country’s water scarcity issue by constructing or rejuvenating over 68,000 Amrit Sarovars (ponds) as of January. The mission, aimed at building 75 ponds in each district, with a total target of 50,000 ponds nationwide, has already surpassed its goal. These Sarovars have significantly enhanced surface and groundwater availability across various regions, addressing immediate water needs and establishing sustainable water sources.
The initiative not only highlights the government’s commitment to combating water scarcity but also emphasizes long-term environmental sustainability and the well-being of local communities. The ponds serve as symbols of climate resilience and ecological balance, contributing to the nation’s overall water management strategy.
Phase II of Mission Amrit Sarovar will continue with a renewed focus on ensuring water availability through community participation (Jan Bhagidaari). This phase aims to further strengthen climate resilience and deliver lasting benefits for future generations by fostering ecological balance.
The works under Mission Amrit Sarovar are being executed through convergence with various ongoing schemes such as the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Scheme (MGNREGS), the 15th Finance Commission Grants, and sub-schemes of Pradhan Mantri Krishi Sichai Yojana, including the Watershed Development Component and Har Khet Ko Pani. States are also using their own schemes, and public contributions like crowdfunding and Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) are encouraged to support the initiative.
