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MP Aims to Complete Jal Jeevan Mission by 2028, Says CM Yadav

The Madhya Pradesh government has signed an MoU with the Union Ministry of Jal Shakti for Jal Jeevan Mission 2.0. Chief Minister Mohan Yadav announced the mission's outlay has been increased to Rs 8.69 lakh crore, with the Centre contributing Rs 3.59 lakh crore. The primary objective is to extend piped water supply and conservation initiatives to every village, with a strong focus on quality and transparency. The state has set a target to complete all sanctioned rural tap-water schemes by December 2028.

Key Points: MP Jal Jeevan Mission 2.0: 2028 Completion Target

  • Rs 8.69 lakh crore outlay for mission
  • Central share of Rs 3.59 lakh crore
  • Focus on rural drinking water supply
  • Infrastructure from pipelines to facilities
  • Active participation of Gram Panchayats
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MP govt to finish Jal Jeevan Mission by Dec 2028: CM Yadav

Madhya Pradesh signs MoU with Jal Shakti Ministry, targets completing all rural tap-water schemes under Jal Jeevan Mission by December 2028.

"The state government would complete all works under the Jal Jeevan Mission by December 2028. - CM Mohan Yadav"

Bhopal, March 17

The Madhya Pradesh government on Tuesday signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the Ministry of Jal Shakti under the Jal Jeevan Mission 2.0 in New Delhi.

The agreement was signed in the presence of Union Minister of Jal Shakti C.R. Paatil and Sampatiya Uikey, Minister, PHED, Madhya Pradesh, along with senior state officials. Chief Minister Mohan Yadav joined the ceremony virtually from Bhopal.

Responding to this development, the Chief Minister said special emphasis would be placed on strengthening rural drinking water supply and developing a service‑oriented, sustainable and transparent system.

He shared that the outlay for the Mission has been increased to Rs 8.69 lakh crore, of which the Central government will provide Rs 3.59 lakh crore.

Yadav said the Union Ministry of Jal Shakti would undertake the entire infrastructure development, from laying pipelines to constructing necessary facilities, to ensure drinking water reaches every rural resident.

He noted that the primary objective of the scheme is to extend water supply and water conservation initiatives to even the smallest villages through the active participation of Gram Panchayats.

Yadav expressed gratitude to Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the Centre on behalf of the people of Madhya Pradesh for approving Jal Jeevan Mission 2.0.

He said the initiative marks a significant step toward providing safe and pure drinking water in rural areas.

He further said all rural tap‑water schemes sanctioned under the Mission in Madhya Pradesh are being implemented with a strong focus on quality, and a target has been set to complete them within the stipulated time frame.

The Chief Minister expressed confidence that, under the guidance of Union Minister C.R. Patil, the state government would complete all works under the Jal Jeevan Mission by December 2028.

He said the MoU is a pivotal step toward ensuring regular tap‑water supply to every rural household, enhancing service quality, achieving time‑bound targets, strengthening digital monitoring and institutionalising transparency and accountability.

- IANS

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Priyanka N
Rs 8.69 lakh crore is a massive investment! While the intent is good, I hope there is strict auditing and no corruption in the tendering process. We've seen big schemes fail due to leakages before the water even reaches the pipes. Transparency is key.
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Aman W
Great news! Jal Jeevan Mission 1.0 made a difference in many states. 2.0 with this increased focus and funding should complete the job. Active participation of Gram Panchayats is crucial for sustainability. CM Yadav setting a 2028 deadline shows commitment.
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Sarah B
Working in the development sector, I appreciate the mention of a service-oriented and transparent system. The success will depend on the last-mile delivery and creating a sense of ownership among the villagers. Digital monitoring is a good step if implemented properly.
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Karthik V
Hope they also focus on water conservation and recharge alongside laying pipelines. Just providing taps is not enough if the source dries up. Need a holistic approach for long-term water security. The 2028 target is tight, but achievable with proper planning.
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Meera T
As a woman from a rural background, I cannot stress enough how much time and effort fetching water takes. A tap with safe water at home will literally change lives, especially for women and girls. Hope they stick to the timeline! 🤞

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