TRANSFORMING INDIA

Innovation for Viksit Bharat

Initiative Details

Project Name JHAR - JAL Portal
Department/State/District Drinking Water and Sanitation Department, Government of Jharkhand
Sector Water Conservation
Year 2024
Project Details

Summary

The Jhar-Jal Project focuses on improving water management and accessibility in the state. The primary aim of the project is to ensure sustainable water resources management, enhance water conservation, and provide clean drinking water to rural and urban populations. To achieve these goals, the project leverages various advanced technologies. Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and remote sensing are utilized for mapping and monitoring water resources. IoT (Internet of Things) sensors and machine learning algorithms are used to predict water demand and optimize supply. Data analytics are used to generate periodic graphical reports. Jhar Jal Mobile applications and portal facilitate community participation and awareness, ensuring efficient water distribution and conservation practices. KEY ASPECTS: 1. Sustainable water management: It facilitates prompt and efficient management of water leakages and waste water issue, underscoring the comprehensive approach to water resource management. 2. GIS-based asset management: The utilization of aGeographic Information System(GIS) for assetmapping enhances water supply management’s precision and efficiency, enabling better decision-making and service delivery. 3. Remote Monitoring and Quality Assurance: The system ensures efficient and reliable water delivery to communities by monitoring water quality and supply in real-time. BENEFICIARY OF THE PROJECT: The Jhar-Jal portal benefits rural households across all 29,595 villages in the state by providing real-time information on water and sanitation services. Additionally, 3,51,156 Jal Choupals have been conducted, and 14,595 water resource mappings have been completed, enhancing access to essential services and resources for rural communities. PROJECT HIGHLIGHTS ✓ AI Based Water Distribution Management ✓ 566452 SHGs members have been engaged ✓ Training imparted to 146,250 number of women in 29,250 villages ✓ The platform has registered a total of 13,226 complaints with 12,149 successful resolution; achieving a resolution rate of 92% ✓ Response time reduced from over months to less than 48 hours.. Read More