Drinking and other Domestic Uses

Water management is a critical global issue that intersects with gender dynamics, equity, and inclusiveness. This article explores the evolution of water policies in India, highlighting the increasing recognition of the importance of safeguarding gender, equity, and inclusiveness.

Arghyam invites volunteers to help review and analyse literature regarding the operations and maintenance of drinking water supply across various states in India.

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As a woman achieves power, the barriers will fall

The Ministry of Jal Shakti (MoJS), which has been entrusted with the pivotal role of overseeing the development and management of India's water resources, serves as the bedrock for the Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene (WASH) sector, through flagship initiatives such as the Jal Jeevan Mission (JJM) and the Swachh Bharat Mission (SBM).

The availability of water is crucial for meeting a range of developmental challenges from poverty, food security to gender equity and can have a significant impact on health, education and livelihoods.

A recent paper ‘Changing Role of the State in Rural Drinking Water Governance in India’ by NC Narayanan et al examines the major interventions in post-independent India’s rural drinking water sector—in the context of the ongoing Jal Jeevan Mission—to assess the progress made in the provision of the service as well

Citizens from coastal towns of Moodbidri and Karkala in Karnataka have joined hands to revive their water bodies

The year 2019 marked a significant turning point for rural drinking water supply in India with the initiation of the Jal Jeevan Mission, aiming to provide tap water connections to every rural household.

Arghyam, which started as a funding organisation, has evolved into an influential voice in the water ecosystem. At present, it works with a network of organisations on water security solutions across the country.

The forest rights act helps women take lead to protect their forests in Odisha