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The Ministry of Jal Shakti Ministry has entered a partnership with the United Nations Office for Project Services(UNOPS) and the government of Denmark. The agreement aims to bring tap water connections to 11 water-scarce districts in Uttar Pradesh under the Jal Jeevan mission.
About United Nations Office for Project Services(UNOPS):
- The United Nations Office for Project Services(UNOPS) was established in 1973 as part of the United Nations Development Programme(UNDP). It became an independent, self-financing organization in 1995.
- Aim: It is dedicated to implementing projects for the United Nations System. Apart from that, UNOPS also help in project implementation of international financial institutions, governments and other partners around the world.
- Significance: UNOPS is a member of the United Nations Sustainable Development Group(UNSDG).
- The headquarters of the United Nations Office for Project Services is located in Copenhagen, Denmark.
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About United Nations Sustainable Development Group(UNSDG):
- The United Nations Sustainable Development Group(UNSDG) was established in 1997. It was previously known as the United Nations Development Group (UNDG).
- It is a consortium of 36 United Nations funds, programs, specialized agencies, departments and offices playing a role in development.
- The UNSDG was created by the Secretary-General of the United Nations. Furthermore, it is created with the intent to improve the effectiveness of United Nations development activities at the country level.
- Headquarters: New York, United States
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Source: The Hindu
