Centre’s nod to ₹135 crore drinking water project for Rajamahendravaram City
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Why in news
The Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs sanctioned ₹135 crore for a drinking water project in Rajamahendravaram City under the AMRUT 2.0 Scheme.
Background
The project is funded by the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs with a total sanction of ₹135 crore. It is part of the Atal Mission for Rejuvenation and Urban Transformation 2.0 (AMRUT) Scheme, which is a five-year initiative.
Facts for Prelims
- SchemeAMRUT 2.0: A five-year scheme aimed at addressing safe drinking water and sewage management.
- FactThe drinking water project for Rajamahendravaram City has a sanctioned amount of ₹135 crore.
- BodyMinistry of Housing and Urban Affairs: The nodal ministry for the AMRUT scheme.
- PlaceRajamahendravaram: The city receiving the drinking water project sanction.
For Mains
Q. Discuss the role of urban infrastructure schemes like AMRUT 2.0 in achieving Sustainable Development Goals related to water and sanitation in Indian cities.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Urban-Rural disparity: Ensuring equitable distribution of water infrastructure across tier-2 and tier-3 cities
- Fiscal federalism: Balancing central funding with municipal body's operational capacity for long-term maintenance
Keywords: Urban Transformation · Water Security · Infrastructure Development · Public Health · Sustainable Development
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