Department of Drinking Water and Sanitation Hosts Virtual Conference on JJM 2.0 and Finance Grants
The Department of Drinking Water and Sanitation (DDWS) organized a virtual conference on October 22, 2026, to enhance the integration of Jal Jeevan Mission (JJM) 2.0 with the 16th Finance Commission grants for rural water supply. This event followed the Departmental Summit on Water 2026 held in September and aimed to promote sustainable rural drinking water service delivery. Senior officials from various state departments and ministries participated, sharing best practices and experiences in utilizing finance grants for rural water systems. The Secretary of DDWS emphasized the need for improved Panchayat-led planning, interdepartmental coordination, and sustainable financing in this sector.
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