Assam Water Supply Scheme Audit
to ensure safe drinking water to the State of Assam
The Government of India restructured National Rural Drinking Water Programme to Jal Jeevan Mission, which aims to provide Functional House Connection to every rural household. Jal Jeevan Mission was launched on August 15, 2019. The purpose of the mission is to provide safe drinking water to all rural households in adequate quantity, desired quality and on a continuous basis at an affordable charge by 2024.
As a part of the programme, Jal Shalas are conducted across the State which involves a 2-day orientation programme where the students are taught about the importance of WSS, source of water and its treatment; followed by fieldwork and various levels of activities with rewards and recognition.
- Create a network of young problem solvers
- Build 21st Century Skills and create youth leadership
- Create Community assets in these communities using tech and non-tech interventions
- Successful implementation of the Jal Jeevan Mission by ensuring water access and safety in every household
- Bringing Community behaviour Change
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66.8%(9942) of registered Jal Doots have been engaged.
60-70% of the Jal Doots shared their ideas, and experiences while working in the team.
- The villagers are becoming aware now about water usage
About 70% of Jal Doots have seen an increase in their confidence, their thought process and problem-solving abilities while taking part in the activities of the programme.
A few takeaways and learnings from the programme:
However, there are concerns raised by several parents and teachers about the neglect of academic work by the students and teachers participating the in the government schemes, which is under speculation.
