Ministry of Jal Shakti Holds Key Policy Dialogue on Rural Water Sustainability

The Ministry of Jal Shakti's recent Minister-level Policy Dialogue in New Delhi centered on the sustainable operation and maintenance (O&M) of rural drinking water services under the Jal Jeevan Mission. This dialogue marked a pivotal shift from infrastructure creation to enhancing service delivery, emphasizing the need for institutional frameworks, financial stability, and digital monitoring. The event underscored the significant role of Gram Panchayats and local governance in long-term water service sustainability and discussed strategic frameworks for operational management, service integration in development plans, and use of technology and digital systems.

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APEDA Launches First Sea Shipment of Botanical-Infused Millet Foods to New Zealand

The Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA) facilitated the maiden sea shipment of botanical-infused, ready-to-cook millet functional foods from Karnataka to New Zealand. This milestone underscores the expanding opportunities for India's millet-based agricultural exports, bolstered by participation in APEDA-supported international trade fairs. Source: Original Link