Overview
- The Centre finalized agreements with Gujarat, Himachal Pradesh and Haryana to implement Jal Jeevan Mission 2.0 through 2028.
- Phase two prioritizes stronger infrastructure, regular supply, operation and maintenance, and long‑term source sustainability over new household connections.
- The MoUs define roles with the Union responsible for funding, guidance and monitoring, and states handling on‑ground implementation and policy support.
- Projects will be completed and handed to gram panchayats for upkeep, managed by Village Water and Sanitation Committees, with digital tracking and water‑quality testing.
- Haryana earmarked Rs 3,000 crore for modernization and targeted work in Nuh, Palwal and Mahendragarh, while Himachal Pradesh sought release of Rs 1,227 crore in pending JJM funds.