Jal Sanjay Jan Bhagidari (JSJB) Initiative
- Context: The Union Minister of Jal Shakti announced that, under the ‘Jal Sanjay Jan Bhagidari’ (JSJB) scheme, more than 1.5 crore artificial groundwater recharge and water conservation structures have been created across India.
Details regarding JSJB
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- ‘Jal Sanjay Jan Bhagidari’ (JSJB) is a nationwide, community-centric water conservation movement launched by the Ministry of Jal Shakti in 2024, under the ‘Jal Shakti Abhiyan: Catch the Rain’ (JSA: CTR) initiative.
- Its objective is to transform water conservation into a ‘people’s movement’ by encouraging the participation of citizens, local bodies, industries, and government institutions.
- The scheme adopts a ‘3C’ approach—namely Community, Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR), and Cost-sharing—thereby fostering an inclusive framework for sustainable water management and enhanced water conservation.
- To foster healthy competition, financial incentives are awarded to top-performing districts:
- Category 1: ₹2 crore each
- Category 2: ₹1 crore each
- Category 3: ₹25 lakh each
Mission Senehjori
- Context: Launched by the Union Minister for Development of North Eastern Region, in collaboration with the Government of Assam, the Central Silk Board, the Ministry of Textiles, and other central agencies.
- A comprehensive, cluster-based initiative aimed at transforming Assam’s Muga silk sector into a globally competitive luxury textile ecosystem.
Launch
- Launched by Union DoNER Minister in collaboration with the Government of Assam, Central Silk Board, Ministry of Textiles, and other central agencies.
- A comprehensive cluster-based initiative to develop Assam’s Muga silk sector into a globally competitive luxury textile ecosystem.
Objective
- To strengthen the entire Muga silk value chain, from host-plant cultivation and silkworm seed production to weaving, branding, exports, digital traceability, and tourism.
- To improve the income of rearers and weavers while promoting Assam as a global hub for premium silk products.
About Muga Silk
- Assam produces nearly 90% of the world’s Muga silk.
- Known for its natural golden sheen.
- Recognized as India’s first GI-tagged silk.
Key Features
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- Strengthening host-plant ecology.
- Modernization of reeling infrastructure.
- Promotion of Farmer Producer Organisations (FPOs).
- Establishment of Common Facility Centres (CFCs).
- GI authentication under the unified “Senehjori” brand.
Significance
- Supports the vision of Atmanirbhar North East.
- Preserves Assam’s cultural heritage while generating employment and sustainable rural livelihoods.
Aims to establish Assam a
