Water is no longer just an environmental issue—it’s a matter of national security. With 21 Indian cities projected to run out of groundwater by 2030, the urgency has never been greater.
The Indian government is taking major strides to address this looming crisis. Here's how India is planning to be water-secure by 2030.
National Water Mission & Jal Jeevan Mission
Two flagship programs lead the charge:
✅ Jal Jeevan Mission (JJM)
Launched in 2019, this mission aims to provide tap water to every rural household by 2024. So far:
Over 14 crore households have received access.
Focus on sustainable source management and community ownership.
✅ National Water Mission (NWM)
With the goal to “conserve water, minimize waste, and ensure equitable distribution,” this initiative promotes:
Water-use efficiency
Smart irrigation techniques
Water audits in industries
Key Strategies India Is Following
1. Rainwater Harvesting Mandates
Urban local bodies are enforcing rainwater harvesting in residential and commercial buildings.
2. River Linking Projects
India plans to interlink major rivers like Ganga, Godavari, and Krishna to address regional imbalances in water availability.
3. Greywater Recycling
Encouragement of wastewater reuse for gardening, construction, and even agriculture in semi-urban regions.
4. Desalination Plants
Coastal states like Tamil Nadu and Gujarat are investing in desalination to boost drinking water supplies.
5. Community Participation
Programs like Jal Shakti Abhiyan encourage village-level water budgeting, awareness drives, and local action.
Why This Matters: The 2030 Crisis
India holds 18% of the world’s population but only 4% of its water resources.
600 million Indians already face high to extreme water stress.
The NITI Aayog’s Composite Water Management Index warns that 21 cities (including Delhi, Bengaluru, and Hyderabad) could run out of groundwater by 2030.
What Role Can You Play?
Install water-saving fixtures at home
Practice bucket baths over showers
Use treated greywater for gardens
Support community water audits or join a local NGO initiative
FAQs
Q1: What is India’s water goal for 2030?
India aims to become water-secure, with 100% access to safe, sustainable water for drinking and agriculture.
Q2: Is the Jal Jeevan Mission on track?
Yes. As of 2025, over 76% of rural households have piped water connections.
Q3: Which Indian cities are at highest water risk?
Bengaluru, Chennai, Hyderabad, and Delhi are among the top cities facing groundwater depletion.
Q4: What is greywater?
Greywater is lightly used water from sinks, showers, and washing machines that can be reused for non-drinking purposes.
Published on : 30th July
Published by : SMITA
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