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Source: The post is based on the article “Jal Diwali -“Women for Water, Water for Women Campaign” launched” published in “PIB” on 8th November 2023
Why in the News?
The Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs (MoHUA) has launched the “Women for Water, Water for Women Campaign”.
What is the Women for Water, Water for Women Campaign?
| Specifications | Details |
| Launched by | Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs (MoHUA) |
| Launched under | Atal Mission for Rejuvenation and Urban Transformation (AMRUT) in partnership with the National Urban Livelihood Mission (NULM) |
| Aim | 1.To provide a platform for inclusion of women in water governance. 2.To instill a sense of ownership and belonging among women towards water infrastructure. |
| Knowledge Partner | Odisha Urban Academy |
| Focus Areas of the campaign | 1.Familiarizing the women with functioning of Water Treatment Plants & water testing facilities. 2.Promote inclusivity & involvement through souvenirs & articles created by Women SHGs. 3.Familiarizing & educating the women about AMRUT scheme & its impact on water infrastructure. |
| Phase 1 of the campaign | It will witness participation from all States and Union Territories except states under Model code of Conduct (Telangana, Rajasthan, Chhattisgarh, MP and Mizoram) |
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