Srinagar | September, 10: The Jal Shakti Department, Jammu and Kashmir, has finalized its Comprehensive Implementation and Reform Plan (CIRP) under Jal Jeevan Mission (JJM) 2.0, marking a significant step towards strengthening rural water supply infrastructure, officials said. The strategic, time-bound plan outlines scheme-wise completion timelines, financial allocations, reform commitments, and governance milestones. Reaffirming the department’s commitment to timely completion of all ongoing schemes, the CIRP provides a comprehensive roadmap with an emphasis on reliable drinking water services, improved operation and maintenance, source sustainability, water quality, and institutional reforms.
As part of the CIRP, J&K has committed that all new schemes shall be completed within timelines prescribed by the National Jal Jeevan Mission (NJJM), while retrofitting schemes will be completed using Union Territory resources to optimize existing infrastructure, officials said. To facilitate implementation, funds to the tune of ₹128 crore—comprising ₹116 crore as Central Share and ₹12 crore as UT share—have been released to PHE Divisions across J&K, with payment releases against eligible works already initiated. The plan places renewed emphasis on moving beyond infrastructure creation toward assured, quality service delivery and is readily accessible to all stakeholders on the JJM-2.0 IMIS dashboard.
