water governance
The Ministry of Jal Shakti, led by Union Minister C.R. Patil, convened a high-level brainstorming session to enhance water governance and service delivery in India. With participation from Ministers of State and senior officials, the session addressed issues like water resources management, drinking water, sanitation, and climate challenges. The
POSH Act
The Department of Water Resources, River Development and Ganga Rejuvenation conducted an orientation programme on the Prevention of Sexual Harassment (POSH) Act, 2013, aimed at enhancing workplace safety and promoting a culture of dignity and equality. The session, led by Ms. Janvi Satpal Babbar, focused on the legal provisions of
National Water Awards
The Ministry of Jal Shakti has announced the winners of the 6th National Water Awards for 2024, recognizing 46 winners across 10 categories. Maharashtra, Gujarat, and Haryana topped the Best State category. The awards ceremony will be held on November 18, 2025, with the President of India as the chief
Special Campaign 5.0
The Ministry of Jal Shakti has reported on the progress of Special Campaign 5.0, aimed at enhancing cleanliness, simplifying procedures, and improving record management. As of October 27, 2025, significant achievements include the review of physical and electronic files, addressing public grievances, and cleaning initiatives. The campaign has seen
Special Campaign 5.0
The Ministry of Jal Shakti has reported on the progress of Special Campaign 5.0, aimed at enhancing workplace cleanliness and efficiency. The campaign includes the review of rules, record management, and waste disposal. As of October 16, 2025, significant achievements have been made, including the resolution of public grievances
Mass Communication
The Ministry of Jal Shakti's Department of Water Resources is offering a Mass Communication Internship Programme for students pursuing graduate or postgraduate degrees in mass communication or related fields. The internship lasts six to nine months, providing exposure to media activities, with an honorarium of Rs. 15,000
Ministry of Jal Shakti
The Department of Drinking Water and Sanitation (DDWS) held a coordination meeting in New Delhi to plan actions for a cleaner workplace under Special Campaign 5.0. Secretary Ashok K. K. Meena emphasized festive uplift, legacy waste clearance, and improved traffic management in the CGO Complex, urging departments to document
Swachhata
The Ministry of Jal Shakti's Department of Water Resources is conducting Special Campaign 5.0 from October 2 to October 31, 2025, aimed at promoting cleanliness and reducing pending cases in government offices. The campaign includes a preparatory phase and an implementation phase, with specific targets set for
Swachh Bharat Diwas
The Department of Drinking Water and Sanitation (DDWS) of the Ministry of Jal Shakti celebrated Swachh Bharat Diwas with a collective cleanliness drive, marking the birth anniversaries of Mahatma Gandhi and Lal Bahadur Shastri. The Swachhata Hi Seva 2025 campaign, running from September 17 to October 2, has engaged over
Shramdaan
The Ministry of Jal Shakti organized a large-scale Shramdaan activity at Kalindi Kunj, Yamuna Ghat, as part of the nationwide campaign 'Ek Din, Ek Ghanta, Ek Saath' on September 25, 2025. Led by Union Minister Shri C R Patil and Minister of State Shri V Somanna, the event
Swachhata
The Department of Water Resources, River Development and Ganga Rejuvenation, under the Ministry of Jal Shakti, successfully completed Special Campaign 4.0 from November 2024 to August 2025, cleaning over 272 sites and generating Rs. 1.22 crore in revenue from scrap disposal. The campaign also resolved 2,749 public
Swachhata Hi Seva
The Ministry of Jal Shakti has launched the 'Swachhata Hi Seva 2025' campaign with the theme 'Swachhotsav' to promote cleanliness and public participation. The campaign, running from September 17 to October 2, 2025, includes the administration of the Swachhata Pledge and various cleanliness activities across multiple