New Delhi, February 24, 2026: The Department of Drinking Water & Sanitation (DDWS) under the Ministry of Jal Shakti organised the fourth edition of the multilingual ‘Sujal Gram Samvad’, reinforcing participatory water governance and community ownership under the Jal Jeevan Mission (JJM). The virtual interaction connected six Gram Panchayat headquarter…
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“Swachh Aadat, Swachh Bharat: Habits for a Clean India”
Cleanliness and sanitation remain central to public health, dignity and the overall quality of life in India. Over the years, the Swachh Bharat Mission has transformed sanitation from a personal concern into a shared civic responsibility, strengthening systems, expanding toilet access and encouraging public participation in waste management. As the…
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Jal Jeevan Mission Brings Tap Water to Rural India
The Government of India, in partnership with States and Union Territories, has made significant strides under the Jal Jeevan Mission (JJM), providing functional tap water connections to rural households at 55 liters per capita per day. From just 3.24 crore households in August 2019, the Mission has now reached over…
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PPA Celebrates 65th Foundation Day with 21st Paradip Marathon
Paradip Port Authority (PPA), Odisha, celebrated its 65th Port Foundation Day on Saturday, January 3, 2026, with the successful conduct of the 21st Paradip Marathon. Organised by the Gopabandhu Kreeda Sansad, the event started from Hanuman Temple Square and concluded at Gopabandhu Stadium, drawing enthusiastic participation from the local community…
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PM Modi Applauds Ahmedabad Flower Show’s Eco Innovation
Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi on Thursday praised the Ahmedabad Flower Show for emerging as a vibrant celebration of creativity, sustainability, and community participation. Highlighting its cultural and environmental significance, the Prime Minister said the event beautifully reflects Ahmedabad’s enduring love for nature and its dynamic civic spirit. The Prime…
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Jal Seva Aankalan Launched for Rural Water Survey
In a landmark initiative to enhance rural water governance, Union Minister of Jal Shakti Shri C. R. Patil today launched Jal Seva Aankalan, a Gram Panchayat-led digital assessment tool under the Jal Jeevan Mission (JJM). The tool enables villages to evaluate the regularity, adequacy, quality, and sustainability of drinking water…
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People-Centric Security Key to Viksit Bharat: President Murmu
New Delhi, December 23: President of India Smt. Droupadi Murmu on Monday underlined that national security rooted in citizen welfare and community participation is essential for building a developed and prosperous India, describing security as a major driver of economic investment and growth. The President was addressing the IB Centenary…
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Visakhapatnam Hosts PESA Mahotsav Celebrations on 23–24 Dec
Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh is set to host the grand PESA Mahotsav on 23rd and 24th December 2025, commemorating the enactment of the Panchayats (Extension to Scheduled Areas) Act, 1996 (PESA). The event, themed “Utsav Lok Sanskriti Ka”, will witness the participation of nearly 2,000 delegates from all ten PESA States,…
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Vision for Sujalam Bharat Summit 2025 Launches in New Delhi
The “Vision for Sujalam Bharat” Summit 2025, organised by the Ministry of Jal Shakti, commenced today at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi. The two-day event, held from 28–29 November, brings together about 250 participants, including representatives from central ministries, states, technical experts, NGOs, self-help groups, and recipients of the National Water…
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Janjatiya Gaurav Varsh Pakhwada: Celebrating Birsa Munda
As part of the Janjatiya Gaurav Varsh Pakhwada, running from 1–15 November 2025, India commemorates the 150th birth anniversary of Dharti Aaba Bhagwan Birsa Munda. Across the nation, cultural, educational, and awareness activities are highlighting tribal heritage, unity, and empowerment, reflecting the country’s deep respect for its indigenous communities. Nationwide…