Ministry of Jal Shakti Enforces Zero Tolerance Policy for Jal Jeevan Mission Violations
The Ministry of Jal Shakti has reported significant enforcement actions against financial irregularities and quality issues under the Jal Jeevan Mission (JJM) across six states, including Tamil Nadu, Tripura, Gujarat, Assam, Maharashtra, and Rajasthan. Various penalties have been imposed and recovery processes initiated, with Uttar Pradesh and Tripura recovering liquidated damages and Karnataka and Tripura recovering forfeited EMD/FDR. As of December 2025, over 81% of rural households received tap water connections under JJM. The ministry stresses a zero-tolerance approach towards any violations related to the mission, ensuring transparency and accountability through regular audits and inspections.
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