ATAL BHUJAL YOJNA

Overview:

Yuva Mitra was selected as a community-level Capacity Building Agency under the Atal Bhujal Yojana, covering 458 villages in Mahendragarh, Charkhi Dadri, and Bhiwani districts of Haryana. This initiative, supported by the Irrigation & Water Resources Department of Haryana, is part of a broader national scheme launched by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on December 25, 2019. The Atal Bhujal Yojana aims to enhance groundwater management in water-stressed areas across India, focusing on sustainable practices and community involvement.

Yuva Mitra’s Contribution

Capacity building was enhanced through a combination of physical and virtual training sessions. Program development concentrated on fostering leadership skills in water management. Knowledge enrichment provided valuable insights into emerging practices. Field exposure demonstrated the utilization of water-saving technologies. Educational materials incorporated interactive videos and audio resources. Documentation highlighted successful case studies, and the accelerated implementation process efficiently tailored solutions to local requirements.

The Atal Bhujal Project has significantly advanced groundwater management in Bhiwani, Charkhi Dadri, and Mahendragarh. Yuva Mitra’s comprehensive training, covering six key modules—ranging from orientation on the Atal Bhujal Yojana to advanced water-saving technologies—has benefited 45,000 community members. The project’s impact includes improved groundwater sustainability, reduced water scarcity, and a more knowledgeable and engaged community, laying a solid foundation for long-term water security and sustainable development in Haryana.