Water Harvesting Public Participation Campaign by Ministry of Jal Shakti

The Ministry of Jal Shakti is implementing a comprehensive water harvesting campaign to promote sustainable groundwater management in India. The campaign includes monitoring groundwater levels through a network of 27,000 wells, categorizing assessment units based on groundwater extraction, and launching initiatives like Jal Sanchay Jan Bhagidari to encourage community participation in rainwater harvesting. The government aims to address water stress in over-exploited areas through various schemes, partnerships, and awareness campaigns, while providing technical support to local authorities and stakeholders.

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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