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Jaipur, Nov 18 (IANS) Rajasthan has once again been recognized at the national level for its exemplary efforts in water management and community-driven conservation.
The state has been awarded the “Jal Sanrakshan Jan Bhagidari Award” for the third time, securing the third position among the best performing states in the country.
The award was presented at a ceremony held at Vigyan Bhawan in New Delhi on Tuesday.
President Draupadi Murmu, Union Minister for Jal Shakti CR Patal, Minister of State for Counties V. Somanna and Minister of State for Jal Shakti Raj Bhushan Choudhary jointly presented the honour.
Additional Secretary and Chief Engineer of Water Resources Department, Bhuvan Bhaskar received the award on behalf of the state.
Barmer district earned first rank at the national level under the category “Jal Sanchay Jan Bhagidari 1.0” for its excellent contribution in water conservation.
Along with Barmer, eight other districts – Bhilwara, Jaipur, Udaipur, Alwar, Baran, Dungarpur, Chittorgarh and Sikar were also honored in various categories for their dedication towards building a water-secure India.
Congratulating the state, Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma said that Rajasthan is moving forward with strong determination towards water conservation and water harvesting.
He highlighted that unprecedented progress has been made through widespread public participation under Vande Ganga Water Conservation-Jan Abhiyan and Karmabhoomi Se Matribhoomi Abhiyan, resulting in significant achievements in water storage and groundwater recharge across the state.
–IANS
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