Jal Ganga Samvardhan Abhiyan: Inspiring Water Conservation Movement in Madhya Pradesh

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has hailed the 'Jal Ganga Samvardhan Abhiyan' in Madhya Pradesh as a 'historic' initiative, celebrating the achievements of this water conservation campaign conducted with widespread public participation.

The campaign concluded in Khandwa with a conference where Chief Minister Mohan Yadav inaugurated development projects worth Rs 1,568 crore. Modi's message, emphasizing the necessity of water conservation for farmers and industries, praised Madhya Pradesh's efforts, comparing his own leadership to King Bhagirath's legendary determination.

The Prime Minister highlighted various projects launched under his administration to prioritize water conservation across India, underscoring the social and economic needs for such measures. Concurrently, Chief Minister Yadav outlined multiple regional river-linking projects aimed at increasing irrigation and fostering environmental stewardship through community-led greening initiatives.

(With inputs from agencies.)