Jal Shakti Ministry

September 10, 2026 11:49 PM

C. R. Paatil reviews water resources projects, calls for faster implementation

Union Minister for Jal Shakti C. R. Paatil on Thursday reviewed the progress of projects, programmes and schemes being implemented by the Department of Water Resources, River Development and Ganga Rejuvenation, directing officials to remove bottlenecks and ensure their timely completion. The review meeting assessed the overall progress of initiatives being undertaken by the Department and its various wings and organisations. The National Mission for Clean Ganga (NMCG), Central Water Commission ...

August 11, 2026 8:58 PM

Four districts showcase best practices to strengthen rural drinking water supply under Jal Jeevan Mission 2.0

The Department of Drinking Water and Sanitation (DDWS), Ministry of Jal Shakti, on Tuesday organised the 11th edition of the District Collectors’ Peyjal Samvad, bringing together senior officials and district authorities to review the implementation of Jal Jeevan Mission (JJM) 2.0 and share innovative practices for ensuring sustainable rural drinking water services. The virtual meeting was chaired by DDWS Secretary Ashok K.K. Meena, with Additional Secretary and Mission Director, National Jal...

August 7, 2026 8:29 PM

India, Bhutan deepen cooperation in power and water resources sectors

India and Bhutan on Friday reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening bilateral cooperation in the power and water resources sectors, with senior ministers from both countries reviewing the progress of ongoing projects and exploring new avenues for collaboration in hydropower, renewable energy, cross-border electricity trade and trans-boundary river management. The discussions took place during separate high-level bilateral meetings in New Delhi involving Bhutan's Minister for Energy and Natu...

August 2, 2026 12:39 PM

Odisha intensifies ‘Catch the Rain’ campaign, boosts groundwater recharge and rainwater harvesting

Odisha has intensified its water conservation efforts under the Catch the Rain 2026 campaign, translating public awareness into large-scale action through rainwater harvesting, groundwater recharge, restoration of traditional water bodies and community participation. The campaign follows Prime Minister Narendra Modi's call during the 135th episode of Mann Ki Baat on June 28, 2026, urging citizens to conserve every drop of rainwater. According to the Ministry of Jal Shakti, Odisha has adopted a...

July 30, 2026 8:02 PM

Centre holds meeting with Chhattisgarh, Odisha CMs to advance amicable settlement of Mahanadi water dispute

Union Jal Shakti Minister C.R. Paatil on Thursday chaired a high-level meeting with the Chief Ministers of Chhattisgarh and Odisha to facilitate an amicable settlement of the long-pending Mahanadi water dispute, with both states reaffirming their commitment to continue technical consultations in a constructive manner. The meeting, attended by Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai and Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi, was also attended by senior officials of Jal Shakti Ministry, the...

May 21, 2026 11:36 AM

India strengthens dam safety network through rehabilitation, technology and legal reforms

India is undertaking one of the world’s largest dam rehabilitation and safety modernisation programmes as the country focuses on strengthening ageing water infrastructure through policy reforms, digital monitoring systems and large-scale rehabilitation initiatives. With 6,628 specified dams, India has the world’s third-largest dam network after the United States and China. These dams play a crucial role in irrigation, hydropower generation, drinking water supply, flood control and overall w...

March 24, 2026 11:20 AM

India pushes industry-led water conservation and data-driven governance at World Water Day Conclave 2026

India reinforced its commitment to sustainable water management and conservation at the World Water Day Conclave 2026, with a strong emphasis on industry participation, innovation, and data-driven governance. Organised by the Jal Shakti Ministry at Dr. Ambedkar International Centre, the event brought together over 700 delegates, including policymakers, industry leaders, researchers, and stakeholders. Union Jal Shakti Minister C. R. Paatil, who inaugurated the conclave, called for greater public...

March 3, 2026 12:27 PM

Central monitoring committee reviews state-wise progress on polluted river stretches, calls for time-bound action

The 21st meeting of the Central Monitoring Committee (CMC) on river rejuvenation was held on Monday under the chairpersonship of V. L. Kantha Rao, Secretary, Department of Water Resources, River Development and Ganga Rejuvenation (DoWR, RD & GR), Ministry of Jal Shakti. Senior officials, including Rajeev Kumar Mital, Director General of the National Mission for Clean Ganga (NMCG), representatives of State Governments and State Pollution Control Boards, and other officials attended the meeti...

December 11, 2025 10:06 AM

Jal Shakti Minister C.R. Patil launches Sujalam Bharat app to strengthen digital governance of rural water supply

Union Minister of Jal Shakti C.R. Patil on Wednesday launched the Sujalam Bharat app, a new digital platform aimed at improving governance, transparency and monitoring of rural drinking water supply systems across the country. Developed with technical support from the Bhaskaracharya National Institute for Space Applications and Geo-informatics (BISAG-N), the app will provide real-time information on water infrastructure under the Jal Jeevan Mission. Speaking at the launch, Patil said the initia...

October 14, 2025 10:39 PM

District Collectors’ Peyjal Samvad launched to strengthen local water governance and sustainability under Jal Jeevan Mission

The Department of Drinking Water and Sanitation (DDWS), Ministry of Jal Shakti, on Tuesday convened the first District Collectors’ Peyjal Samvad - a national dialogue aimed at strengthening district-led governance, promoting innovation, and enhancing sustainability under the Jal Jeevan Mission (JJM). The event comes at a crucial juncture as the Mission has achieved a significant milestone of providing tap water access to over 15.71 crore (81.17%) rural households across India. The virtual eve...