Source: Water Quality Index: Meghalaya State Pollution Control Board (megspcb.gov.in)

Meghalaya CM discusses water security and sanitation projects with Jal Shakti minister

Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad Sangma held a courtesy meeting with officials of the Ministry of Jal Shakti here and discussed projects and initiatives aimed at improving water security and sanitation in the state.

Key topics of the meeting included the Jal Jeevan Mission, Swachh Bharat Mission (Gramin), Dam Rehabilitation and Improvement Project (DRIP), and flood disaster management. These discussions are pivotal for the state’s ongoing efforts to enhance water supply, sanitation, and disaster response capabilities, officials said, adding that the DRIP was a central point of discussion.

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1. Meghalaya CM discusses water security and sanitation projects with Jal Shakti minister - The Week
2. Meghalaya CM Conrad Sangma discusses water security and sanitation projects with Jal Shakti minister (deccanherald.com)

ADB ​drives ​climate-smart ​water ​solutions in Meghalaya

The Asian Development Bank (ADB) is now helping Meghalaya build climate-resilient water harvesting systems (WHS) through a community demand-driven participatory approach. This initiative aims to ensure universal access to water, enhance sustainable and efficient water-based livelihoods in rural areas, and boost resilience to climate change impacts and water shortages during non-rainy seasons. It also establishes institutional mechanisms for community ownership and integrated management of natural resources, aligning with central and state government programs and policies. The $ 50 million loan is likely to be cleared this year.

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1. ADB ​drives ​climate-smart ​water ​solutions in Meghalaya (hubnetwork.in)

Koksi Nengsat has not tasted a glass of JJM water: GHYS

A contractor engaged to implement the Jal Jeevan Mission at Koksi Nengsat in East Garo Hills district has been accused of not complying with the guidelines set by the centre to implement the project.

According to the Garo Hills Youth Solidarity (GHYS) president Endick Marak, the contractor claimed that works to connect 290 households with water pipes is ongoing and 55 are yet to be connected. However workers have claimed that the project has been completed since last year.

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1. Koksi Nengsat has not tasted a glass of JJM water: GHYS | Highland Post