Jal Sanchay Jan Bhagidari (JSJB) 2.0
Why in news?
Chhattisgarh CM Vishnu Deo Sai emphasized turning water conservation into a mass movement. Citizens were urged to make water-saving part of their daily routine and protect existing structures.
About
Jal Sanchay Jan Bhagidari (JSJB) 2.0 is a nationwide water conservation initiative launched in September 2024 under the Ministry of Jal Shakti. It builds on the earlier JSJB 1.0 program, focusing on community-driven water resource management. The campaign emphasizes rainwater harvesting, groundwater recharge, and participatory conservation efforts.
Key Features of JSJB 2.0
- Massive Scale Implementation
- Over 17 lakh works onboarded, with 11.7 lakh completed and 5.2 lakh ongoing across India.
- States like Andhra Pradesh, Bihar, Telangana, Gujarat, Tamil Nadu, Chhattisgarh, and Uttar Pradesh are leading in completed projects.
- Targets & Deadlines
- Odisha alone was tasked with creating 2.6 lakh recharge structures by March 2026.
- Urban Local Bodies (ULBs) across states were directed to build 10,000 groundwater recharge structures each before March 2026.
- Community Participation
- Training of village youth as “Jal Mitras” to promote awareness and ensure sustainability.
- Public involvement is central—citizens are encouraged to contribute ideas, labor, and monitoring.
- State-Level Leadership
- Chhattisgarh has set a target of 10 lakh water conservation structures by May 31, 2026, under the joint leadership of the Chief Minister and the Union Jal Shakti Minister.
Importance
- Groundwater Security: India faces severe groundwater depletion; JSJB 2.0 aims to reverse this trend.
- Climate Resilience: Rainwater harvesting and recharge structures help mitigate droughts and floods.
- Citizen-Centric Governance: By involving communities, the program ensures accountability and long-term sustainability.
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