Jal Jeevan Mission (JJM) – Water Supply Accessibility

What does it mean?

Inaugurated in August 2019 to offer functional household tap connections (FHTCs) to every rural household.

Emphasizes a safe, sufficient, and consistent supply of drinking water to each residence.

Trends:

2019: 17% reach (3.23 million households).

2025: 81% reach (15.68 million households).

Employs Aadhaar-connected tracking, geo-tagged resources, IoT-enabled devices, and external evaluations for clarity.

Importance:

Public Health: Minimizes waterborne illnesses by providing access to safe drinking water.

Gender Equality: Provides women and girls with more time, leading to improved educational and economic prospects.

Rural Development: Improves living standards, minimizes toil, and increases productivity in rural areas.

Sustainability: Incorporates groundwater replenishment strategies such as the Atal Bhujal Yojana.