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Ministry Identifies Five Priority Areas for JJM 2.0 and VB-G RAM G Convergence
- •The Ministry of Jal Shakti has identified five priority areas to enhance convergence between Jal Jeevan Mission 2.0 and VB-G RAM G programmes for better water security.
- •Key priorities include the scientific identification of vulnerable drinking water sources, aligning JJM plans with gram panchayat plans, and setting up technical scrutiny mechanisms.
- •DDWS Secretary Ashok K K Meena urged states to use the Decision Support System and Yuktdhara SOPs for scientific planning and targeted interventions.
- •Officials highlighted that VB-G RAM G offers 128 water security-related works, including groundwater recharge, rainwater harvesting, and rejuvenation of water bodies.
- •States have been advised to integrate village action plans with Viksit Gram Panchayat Plans and prepare concrete action plans for upcoming regional conferences.
Key Questions Answered
The five priority areas include scientifically identifying vulnerable drinking water sources, aligning JJM plans with gram panchayat plans, establishing technical scrutiny mechanisms, ensuring inter-departmental data sharing, and creating joint monitoring systems.
The Decision Support System (DSS) along with Yuktdhara standard operating procedures is used for scientific planning to identify vulnerable drinking water sources facing quality and quantity risks, allowing states to prioritize interventions based on local requirements.
The VB-G RAM G program provides for 128 water security-related works, which cover groundwater recharge, rainwater harvesting, watershed treatment, rejuvenation of water bodies, source sustainability, and the maintenance of water-related assets.
