Mission Amrit Sarovar

About the Mission

• Launched: April 24, 2022, as part of Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav (India’s 75th Independence celebrations).
• Objective: Construct or rejuvenate at least 75 Amrit Sarovars (water bodies) in each district across India to address rural water scarcity and ensure sustainability.
• Implementation:
  • Eight Central Ministries/Departments involved, including Rural Development, Land Resources, Drinking Water and Sanitation, Water Resources, Panchayati Raj, Forest & Environment, Railways, and Road Transport & Highways.
  • Bhaskaracharya National Institute for Space Application and Geo-informatics (BISAG-N) serves as the technical partner, leveraging geospatial technology for planning and execution.

Progress and Achievements

• Over 1 lakh Amrit Sarovars identified.
• Work initiated on more than 81,000 water bodies.
• 66,000+ Amrit Sarovars successfully constructed or rejuvenated.
• National target (50,000 water bodies) already met, showcasing the mission’s effectiveness.

State-Specific Challenges and Progress:

• Many states progressing well toward the goal of 75 Amrit Sarovars per district.
• West Bengal, Punjab, Telangana, Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Haryana, Bihar, and Rajasthan still striving to achieve targets but remain committed.

Funding and Resource Utilization

• The mission integrates multiple government schemes such as:
  • Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MGNREGA)
  • Pradhan Mantri Kisan Sampada Yojana (PMKSY) sub-schemes
  • State-level initiatives for financial and logistical support.

Community Engagement & Water Security:

• Encourages local participation, involving citizens, NGOs, and private entities to enhance water conservation efforts.
• Collaborative approach between government agencies, technical experts, and communities ensures long-term water security and sustainability.

Key Impact

• Aims to revitalize India’s water landscape, enhance rural livelihoods, and secure water resources for future generations.