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River rejuvenation has to be made a mass movement: Yogi

Lucknow, May 14 (UNI) Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Wednesday emphasised the need to transform the revival of endangered and polluted rivers into a mass movement.
Chairing a review meeting of the Namami Gange and Rural Water Supply Department, the CM stressed that the initiative should go beyond a mere project, it is a matter of socio-cultural consciousness and collective responsibility.
"Whether it is the Gomti in Lucknow, Hindon in Ghaziabad, Varuna in Kashi, or any other river in the state, we must act in mission mode with collective resolve for their revival," he said.
He highlighted that human civilisation has always thrived on the banks of rivers. "Unfortunately, the very rivers that once sustained our culture have now been subjected to unplanned urbanisation and pollution," he said.
Yogi directed that divisional commissioners be held accountable for river rejuvenation. He directed that this year's plantation campaign be focused along riverbanks, with a strong emphasis on public participation. "This should not be merely an administrative exercise, it must become a people-led movement," he said.
Placing special emphasis on the Gomti River in the state capital, Lucknow, he directed that a Detailed Project Report (DPR) be prepared within a month to give concrete shape to the vision of an 'Aviral-Nirmal Gomti'. He described it as a matter of public importance that must be given top priority, with all formalities expedited so that on-ground work can commence after the monsoon.
Regarding Gomti's cleanliness drive, the CM stressed the need for active public participation. He directed that sewer and stormwater drainage systems be handled separately and that zero liquid discharge into the river be ensured. He also directed that similar action plans be developed for other rivers in the state, such as the Hindon and Varuna, and that their progress be regularly monitored.
While reviewing the progress of the Jal Jeevan Mission and the 'Har Ghar Nal' scheme, he said "As per data presented in the meeting, regular drinking water supply is currently being provided in 37,730 villages across the state, of which 25,166 have already been certified. Daily supply of clean drinking water has been ensured in 3,016 villages of Bundelkhand and 2,051 villages of the Vindhya region,"
The CM directed the officials to assign clear responsibility for the quality, timeliness and operation-maintenance of water supply, particularly in remote areas. He emphasised the need for strengthening public participation by activating village-level water committees.
Officials informed the CM that 42,810 drinking water-related complaints have been registered so far in the state, out of which 38,161 have been resolved.
On this, the CM issued firm directives, "Every complaint must be addressed within 24 hours. There should be no compromise on water quality."
In light of the ongoing summer season, he directed that an uninterrupted water supply be ensured across the state. "All district-level administrative units must remain on round the clock alert. All available water sources are activated, faulty hand pumps repaired immediately and control rooms established in each district to report any water shortages in villages. Nodal officers should be appointed and awareness about the control rooms should be widely publicised," he said.
For the effective implementation of the 'Har Ghar Nal' scheme, Yogi ordered that roads dug up for pipeline installation or other works be repaired on priority. Executive Engineers were directed to conduct joint inspections with local public representatives to assess the quality of work.
Public representatives were urged to verify whether water supply is functional and submit a report directly to the CM's Office.
The CM said that the Jal Jeevan Mission has not only improved access to water but also enhanced social dignity, especially for women, by saving time and reducing drudgery. To understand its broader social impact, he directed that a reputed institution be engaged to evaluate the outcomes of the scheme in the Bundelkhand and Vindhya regions.
During the review, he directed that the areas surrounding water head tanks should be beautified and aesthetically developed. "This would help foster a sense of sensitivity and public awareness towards water conservation among the citizens," he said. UNI AB SSP
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