Amrit Sarovar Mission
Government scheme — a structured programme with defined beneficiaries, budget allocation, and delivery mechanisms. The primary instrument for delivering welfare and development outcomes.
Summary
Mission to develop and rejuvenate 75 water bodies in each district totalling approximately 50,000 Amrit Sarovars across the country as part of Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav. Focus on community participation and convergence of schemes.
Key Facts
Type Scheme
Source Historical Record
Published Sunday, 24 April 2022
Affected Population ~900 million rural households, 190 million lacking safe water
Key Numbers
Jal Jeevan Mission: Rs 60,000 crore/year
14.5 crore rural tap connections delivered
SBM 2.0: Rs 1.4 lakh crore outlay
PMAY-G: 2.95 crore houses sanctioned
Key Authorities
Key Stakeholders
Government Context
NDA II BJP-led NDA
Left Centre Right