IMPACT OF JAL JEEVAN MISSION

**Executive Summary** This document details the impact and progress of the Jal Jeevan Mission (JJM) as of January 29, 2026, highlighting its substantial growth in providing functional tap water connections to rural households. The mission aims to transform rural lives, create employment, and improve public health. The JJM has been extended to December 2028. **Key Points / Main Content** * **Mission Overview and Progress:** * The JJM aims to provide functional tap water connections to every rural household at 55 lpcd (BIS:10500 standard). * Connections have increased from 3.24 crore (16.71%) in August 2019 to over 15.79 crore (81.57%) as of January 29, 2026. * As of December 31, 2024, 189 districts and 2,50,021 villages are reported "Har Ghar Jal." * **Positive Outcomes and Impact:** * The JJM is transforming rural lives by providing tap water, leading to major positive outcomes in health, social, and economic aspects. * WHO estimates achieving the Mission's goals will save women 5.5 crore hours daily and prevent nearly 400,000 deaths from diarrheal diseases. * Research suggests safe water coverage could reduce under-five child mortality by almost 30%. * The IIM and ILO projects estimate millions of person-years of direct and indirect employment through the Mission's implementation phases. * **Community Participation and Water Quality:** * The JJM encourages community participation through Village Water and Sanitation Committees (VWSC) consisting of 10-15 members, including 25% elected panchayat members, 50% women, and members from weaker sections. * A special initiative, Jal Sanchay Jan Bhagidari (JSJB) under Jal Shakti Abhiyan (JSA): Catch the rain (CTR) campaign was launched to promote community-driven water conservation efforts. * States/UTs utilize up to 2% of annual funds for Water Quality Monitoring & Surveillance (WQM&S), including laboratory strengthening and community testing via Field Test Kits (FTKs). * India operates 2,868 testing laboratories as of January 28, 2026, with 1,704 NABL accredited. * The JJM Dashboard's "Citizen Corner" provides public access to water quality results and allows for grievance redressal. * **Mission Extension:** * The Finance Minister extended the Jal Jeevan Mission to December 2028 in the Union Budget 2025–26. **Impact Analysis** **States/UTs** * **Impact:** Accountable for providing water supply to the majority of rural India. * **Action Required:** Update data on the IMIS portal, utilize up to 2% of annual funds for Water Quality Monitoring & Surveillance (WQM&S). **Rural Households** * **Impact:** Will receive functional tap water connections, saving time spent on water collection, improving health outcomes, and fostering community trust in local water supplies. * **Action Required:** To participate in the Village Water and Sanitation Committees (VWSC). **Women** * **Impact:** Saving 5.5 crore hours daily that previously spent collecting water and training on FTKs. * **Action Required:** Participation in the Village Water and Sanitation Committees (VWSC). **Local Communities, Industries, and Other Stakeholders** * **Impact:** Enhancing water management through low-cost and scientifically designed artificial recharge structures * **Action Required:** Active participation in water conservation efforts and enhancing water management through JJM. **Job Seekers** * **Impact:** Significant job creation by the mission. * **Action Required:** Take up new employment opportunities.

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