New Delhi (NVI): The Union Cabinet today approved implementation of the Atal Bhujal Yojana which aims to
improve ground water management through community participation in identified priority areas.
The Atal Bhujal Yojana (ATAL JAL) is a central sector scheme with a total outlay of Rs.6000 crore to be implemented over a period of 5 years (2020-21 to 2024-25).
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The scheme aims to improve ground water management through community participation in identified priority areas in seven states of Gujarat, Haryana, Karnataka, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, Rajasthan and Uttar Pradesh.
Implementation of the scheme is expected to benefit nearly 8350 gram panchayats in 78 districts in these states.
ATAL JAL will promote panchayat led ground water management and behavioural change with primary focus on demand side management
Out of the total outlay of Rs. 6000 crore, 50% shall be in the form of World Bank loan, and be repaid by the central government. The remaining 50% shall be through central assistance from regular budgetary support.
The entire World Bank’s loan component and central assistance shall be passed on to the states as grants.
