JAMMU, Sep 10: The Jal Shakti Department (JSD), Jammu & Kashmir, has finalised its Comprehensive Implementation and Reform Plan (CIRP) under Jal Jeevan Mission (JJM) 2.0, reaffirming its commitment towards timely completion of ongoing Water Supply Schemes and ensuring sustainable and reliable drinking water services to the rural population of the Union Territory.
The CIRP constitutes a strategic, time bound operational framework by the UT, outlining scheme wise completion timelines, financial allocations, reform commitments and governance milestones for JJM 2.0.
The CIRP provides a comprehensive roadmap for implementation of JJM 2.0 in Jammu & Kashmir, with emphasis on timely completion of schemes, improved service delivery, operation and maintenance, source sustainability, water quality and institutional reforms.
As part of the CIRP, J&K has committed that all new schemes shall be completed within the timelines prescribed by the National Jal Jeevan Mission (NJJM). The commitment reflects the Department’s resolve to ensure time-bound implementation and avoid delays in the execution of drinking water supply schemes.
Retrofitting schemes shall be completed from the resources of the Union territory, thereby ensuring optimal utilisation of existing infrastructure and strengthening the functionality and service delivery of rural water supply schemes.
In order to facilitate the implementation process, funds to the tune of Rs 128 crore, comprising ₹116 crore as Central Share and Rs 12 crore as State/UT Share, have been released to the PHE Divisions across J&K.
The process for release of payments against eligible works has also been initiated by the concerned divisions.
The finalisation of the CIRP marks an important step towards the effective implementation of JJM 2.0 in Jammu & Kashmir. The plan places renewed emphasis on moving beyond mere creation of infrastructure towards assured, sustainable, reliable and quality drinking water services, while ensuring accountability, timely execution and efficient utilisation of resources.
The Jal Shakti Department remains committed to working in close coordination with the National Jal Jeevan Mission, field formations, Panchayati Raj Institutions and other stakeholders for achieving the objectives of JJM 2.0 and strengthening rural drinking water service delivery across the Union territory. The reform plan is readily available on JJM-2.0 IMIS dashboard for stakeholders access.