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Chhattisgarh Leads Jal Shakti’s Rainwater Harvesting and Groundwater Recharge Campaign
✍️ The Times of India
🗓 03 Sep 2026, 10:03 PM
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The Ministry of Jal Shakti reports that Chhattisgarh has emerged as the top-performing state in its rainwater harvesting and groundwater recharge initiatives.
New Delhi – The Ministry of Jal Shakti released its latest performance rankings, placing Chhattisgarh at the forefront of the nation’s rainwater harvesting and groundwater recharge drives. The state’s authorities have been actively promoting community‑level structures and recharge pits, aligning with the central government’s push for sustainable water management.
Officials said the ranking reflects the cumulative impact of state‑run schemes, public‑private partnerships and grassroots participation that have accelerated water capture during monsoon periods. While the ministry has not disclosed exact figures, it highlighted Chhattisgarh’s consistent progress across multiple districts.
The achievement underscores the growing emphasis on water security in central India, where erratic rainfall and depleting aquifers have heightened the need for effective conservation measures. The ministry plans to showcase Chhattisgarh’s model in upcoming national workshops.
Stakeholders from the state’s water department expressed optimism that the recognition will spur further investments and community engagement in similar projects across the country.
Officials said the ranking reflects the cumulative impact of state‑run schemes, public‑private partnerships and grassroots participation that have accelerated water capture during monsoon periods. While the ministry has not disclosed exact figures, it highlighted Chhattisgarh’s consistent progress across multiple districts.
The achievement underscores the growing emphasis on water security in central India, where erratic rainfall and depleting aquifers have heightened the need for effective conservation measures. The ministry plans to showcase Chhattisgarh’s model in upcoming national workshops.
Stakeholders from the state’s water department expressed optimism that the recognition will spur further investments and community engagement in similar projects across the country.