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Nation Water Vision@2047

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There is a future if there is water. This statement underlines the policy of the
current government. When India is moving forward with the determination of
a developed nation towards Amrit Yatra, the importance of water as a basic
necessity of life grows even more. Water Vision @ 2047 is a significant aspect
of Amritkal's journey until 2047. With the participation of people, not only the
demand and supply of water but also the efficient use and conservation of
water are now matters of cooperation and coordination.

ater is not only a source of life; it is also a
source of development. With this mantra, the
Wgovernment prioritised "water governance"
in its policies and decisions for the first time, and
established a separate Ministry of Jal Shakti for overall
water resources. Water has been linked to people
through unique campaigns and initiatives such as the
Pradhan Mantri Krishi Sinchai Yojana, Har Khet Ko Pani,
the "Per Drop More Crop" campaign, Namami Gange
Mission, Jal Jeevan Mission, Atal Bhujal Yojana, "Catch
the Rain: Harvest Rainwater Wherever, Whenever
Possible," and river Link Project. The Union Ministry
of Jal Shakti organised the first All India Annual
Conference of Ministers of State on Water in this
series, with the theme "Water Vision @ 2047."
The conference's goal was to deliberate on
India's water vision for the next 25 years, or
until 2047.

The Centre has launched the Atal
Ground Water Conservation Scheme in
order to conserve water. It is a delicate
operation that must be handled with
the same care. We need to establish a
network of sewage treatment and waste
management in every state to make sure
that none of our rivers or other water
bodies are contaminated by
outside forces.
—Narendra Modi, Prime Minister

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