President Smt. Droupadi Murmu confers 6th National Water Awards and Jal Sanchay Jan Bhagidari Awards

Key Points

1. 6th National Water Awards, 2024, conferred by President Droupadi Murmu on **November 18, 2025**.
2. 46 winners across 10 categories recognized for water conservation and management.
3. Jal Sanchay Jan Bhagidari (JSJB) initiative saw the creation of 35 lakh groundwater recharge structures in one year.
4. Maharashtra ranked first, Gujarat second, and Haryana third among states for the 6th National Water Awards.
5. Jal Jeevan Mission increased drinking water supply to rural households from 17% to 81% in the last six years.
6. JSJB initiative launched on **September 6, 2024**, in Surat, Gujarat.