Rejuvenating India's Water Bodies: Mission Amrit Sarovar's Success

Mission Amrit Sarovar has constructed or rejuvenated over 68,000 water bodies across India as part of a national water conservation effort. Launched in 2022, the mission targets the creation of 75 Amrit Sarovars per district. The initiative aims to improve water availability and foster community participation.

India's ambitious Mission Amrit Sarovar has successfully constructed and rejuvenated over 68,000 water bodies, according to a written statement from Kamlesh Paswan, the Minister of State for Rural Development. The mission, initiated in 2022, aims to construct or rejuvenate 75 ponds in each district, totaling 50,000 across the nation.

Uttar Pradesh leads the charge with 16,630 Amrit Sarovars, followed by Madhya Pradesh, Karnataka, and Rajasthan. The effort has been pivotal in addressing water scarcity and improving both surface and groundwater availability.

The initiative integrates schemes like Mahatma Gandhi NREGS and welcomes public contributions. In its second phase, it seeks to ensure water availability, encourage ecological balance, and enhance community involvement, paving a path for future resilience.

(With inputs from agencies.)