November 9th 2023.
On behalf of the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs of the Union Government, the 'Jal Diwali' initiative was celebrated in alignment with the directives provided under the Amrit 2.0 Mission. With the guidance of Mr. Rajesh Narvekar, the Commissioner of NMMC, the 'Women for Water, Water for Women' campaign was executed in collaboration with the National Urban Livelihood Mission.
The 'Jal Diwali' event was organized around the Diwali festival and its primary objective was to educate the women of NMMC about the water quality testing process and foster a sense of ownership and responsibility towards the water infrastructure. 25 representatives from women's savings groups within the Municipal Corporation were taken on a visit to the Water Treatment Centre in Bhokarpada, which is part of the Morbe Dam Project owned by NMMC.
At the Water Treatment Centre, the women representatives were provided with in-depth knowledge about the journey of water, from its collection in Morbe dam to the purification process and eventual distribution to households. This hands-on observation and information acquisition opportunity allowed the women to engage with the water purification processes and distribution systems.
As a result of this initiative, the 'Women for Water, Water for Women' campaign was successful in promoting inclusivity and active participation. To commemorate the event, the women were presented with steel water bottles, glasses, and cloth bags. This campaign ensures citizens' access to quality water and involves women in water quality testing, to ensure the safety and reliability of their water supply.
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