Prayagraj (Uttar Pradesh) [India], January 12 (ANI): The Jal Jeevan Mission’s ‘Swachh Sujal Gaon’ stall on the Maha Kumbh 2025 in Prayagraj is providing a novel glimpse into Uttar Pradesh’s rural transformation.
The ‘Swachh Sujal Gaon’ stall on the Maha Kumbh spans 40000 sq. toes and options a number of modern components. Under the Jal Jeevan Mission, a report 2.35 crore useful family faucet connections (FHTC) have been established in Uttar Pradesh.
Jal Jivan Mission Uttar Pradesh advisor Radhakrishan Tripathi stated that the theme for the stall is “Piya Jal Ka Samadhan Mere Gaon Ki Nayi Pehchan” (Water Solution: The New Identity of My Village) and his division have tried to point out the contrasting situation of Bundelkhand of 2017 and right now by it.
Speaking to ANI, Tripati stated, “The theme for the village, is “Piya Jal Ka Samadhan Mere Gaon Ki Nayi Pehchan” (Water Solution: The New Identity of My Village). The idea behind this theme is tied to the Jal Jeevan Mission, which Prime Minister Modi announced from the Red Fort in 2019. Since then, significant changes have occurred in rural life. Our focus is on villages in Bundelkhand, Bind, and surrounding areas. Bundelkhand, which once struggled with water scarcity–where water had to be transported by trains–has undergone a remarkable transformation. We have tried to show the contrast between Bundelkhand of 2017 and today. In the past, people faced water crises, employment challenges, and ignorance. However, today’s Bundelkhand has access to all basic amenities.”Prayagraj is all decked as much as host Mahakumbh 2025 which begins on January 13 and can proceed until February 26.
The Maha Kumbh celebrated each 12 years, is predicted to attract over 45 crore devotees. During the occasion, pilgrims will collect on the Sangam, the confluence of the Ganga, Yamuna, and Saraswati (now extinct), to take a holy dip.
The Maha Kumbh will conclude on February 26, with the primary bathing rituals (Shahi Snan) scheduled for January 14 (Makar Sankranti), January 29 (Mauni Amavasya), and February 3 (Basant Panchami). (ANI)