The Water Supply Urban scheme aims to enhance piped drinking water facilities in Uttar Pradesh's 734 municipal local bodies, covering 4.65 crore residents as per the 2011 census, with recent expansions.
All urban bodies within Uttar Pradesh, including municipal corporations, municipal councils, and nagar panchayats, are eligible for participation in the scheme based on population criteria and infrastructure requirements.
- Ensures improved access to safe drinking water for urban residents.
- Enhances public health outcomes by reducing waterborne diseases.
- Supports urban development and quality of life improvements.
- Urban bodies submit project proposals to the State Sector Program, outlining drinking water supply needs and infrastructure development plans.
- Financial approval is obtained from the Expenditure Finance Committee/Project Structure and Evaluation Division of the Government of Uttar Pradesh.
- Jal Nigam oversees project selection, construction, and implementation in coordination with the respective urban bodies.
- Detailed project proposals outlining drinking water supply requirements.
- Financial estimates and plans for project implementation.
- Approval documents from the Expenditure Finance Committee/Project Structure and Evaluation Division.
- Any additional documents as required by Jal Nigam for project execution.
The scheme aims to enhance piped drinking water facilities in 734 municipal bodies in Uttar Pradesh, ensuring improved access and quality of drinking water for urban residents.
Urban bodies, including municipal corporations, councils, and nagar panchayats, are eligible based on population criteria and infrastructure requirements.
Urban bodies submit detailed project proposals to the State Sector Program, obtaining financial approval before implementation by Jal Nigam.
Funds are allocated through grants under the State Sector Program, and Jal Nigam oversees project selection, construction, and implementation in coordination with urban bodies.
Financial sanctions of Rs. 1557.06 crore have been issued for 77 ongoing schemes, with 38 completed in 2021-22, positively impacting drinking water supply in various cities.
By enhancing access to safe drinking water, the scheme supports public health, reduces waterborne diseases, and contributes to overall urban development and improved quality of life.
