District Water and Sanitation Mission (DWSM)

As per Government of Madhya Pradesh, Public Health Engineering Department Order No. F 16-03/2020/2/34 dated 03 June 2020, and in accordance with the provisions of the Operational Guidelines issued by the Department of Drinking Water and Sanitation, Ministry of Jal Shakti, Government of India, for the implementation of the Jal Jeevan Mission, the District Water and Sanitation Mission (DWSM) has been constituted as follows:

1. Composition of the District Water and Sanitation Mission

2. Functions and Responsibilities of the District Water and Sanitation Mission (DWSM)

The major functions and responsibilities of the District Water and Sanitation Mission shall be as follows:

1. Assessment of Villages: To assess the status of Functional Household Tap Connections (FHTCs) in every village through a detailed survey.

2. Preparation of District Action Plan: To finalize the District Action Plan with the objective of providing Functional Household Tap Connections (FHTCs) to every rural household by the year 2024.

3. Administrative Approval: To undertake the process of granting administrative approval to intra-village water supply schemes at the district level, in accordance with the powers delegated by the State Water and Sanitation Mission (SWSM).

4. Sustainability of Water Sources and Greywater Management: To coordinate with various departments and programmes to ensure the availability of funds for activities related to the sustainability of existing village water sources and greywater management. Projects shall be approved only when these components are incorporated into the Detailed Project Report (DPR).

5. Appointment of Implementation Support Agencies: To identify villages requiring support from Implementation Support Agencies (ISAs), engage ISAs from the panel approved by the State Water and Sanitation Mission (SWSM), and monitor their performance.

6. Participation in Village Action Planning: To issue necessary directions to the Public Health Engineering Department (PHED) for active participation in the preparation of Village Action Plans. To undertake technical and economic feasibility assessments in consultation with the Gram Panchayat and/or its sub-committees, such as Village Water and Sanitation Committees (VWSCs), Pani Samitis and User Groups, and ensure the preparation of DPRs.

7. Approval of Village Action Plans: To approve the Village Action Plan (VAP), including estimates for the creation of intra-village infrastructure through retrofitting of existing schemes or implementation of new schemes, along with the implementation schedule.

8. Approval of Designs and Costs: To determine the design of scheme components and undertake the process of approving the costs finalized by the SWSM, PHED, ISA, Gram Panchayat and/or its sub-committees, such as VWSCs, Pani Samitis and User Groups.

9. Selection and Engagement of Agencies: To engage suitable agencies from the approved panel and assign work based on the estimated annual requirements emerging from the Village Action Plans.

10. Third-Party Inspection: To appoint an independent third-party agency for inspection and verification of the completed work before releasing payments to the executing agency.

11. Formation of Village-Level Committees: To assist in the formation of Gram Panchayat sub-committees, such as VWSCs, Pani Samitis and User Groups, and provide necessary guidance for ensuring effective implementation of the schemes.

12. Coordination and Preparation of District Action Plan: To coordinate with Gram Panchayats and their sub-committees, compile and verify relevant information, prepare the District Action Plan and submit it to the State Water and Sanitation Mission (SWSM).

13. Development of Skilled Human Resources: To coordinate with the Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Kendra (PMKV) for developing a pool of skilled human resources required for the construction and maintenance of intra-village infrastructure under Jal Jeevan Mission. These skilled personnel may be engaged by Gram Panchayats and/or their sub-committees. Their remuneration may be paid from the Support Activity Fund.

14. Online Monitoring of Progress: To ensure regular updating and verification of the physical and financial progress of Jal Jeevan Mission on the Integrated Management Information System (IMIS) portal.

15. Monitoring and Evaluation: To monitor, review and evaluate the actual physical and financial performance of the schemes.

16. Engagement of Community-Based Organisations: To identify and engage Non-Governmental Organisations (NGOs), Village Organisations (VOs) and Community-Based Organisations (CBOs) as suitable partners for implementation support activities and as Implementation Support Agencies (ISAs).

17. Implementation of IEC/BCC Strategy: To implement Information, Education and Communication (IEC) and Behaviour Change Communication (BCC) strategies and ensure effective utilization of the funds allocated for these activities.

18. Identification of Master Trainers: To identify individuals to be trained as district-level Master Trainers who will undertake capacity-building activities for Gram Panchayats and their sub-committees, such as VWSCs, Pani Samitis and User Groups.

19. Uploading of FHTC Information: To ensure that information regarding Functional Household Tap Connections (FHTCs) is uploaded on the IMIS portal after receiving the relevant work completion/commencement certification from the Gram Panchayat and/or its sub-committee, as applicable.

20. Approval of Reports and Best Practices: To approve reports, success stories and best practices related to Jal Jeevan Mission and the district, as reflected on the IMIS portal, and facilitate their dissemination and sharing.

21. Implementation of Government Campaigns: To implement and coordinate all campaigns launched by the Central and State Governments from time to time in connection with Jal Jeevan Mission.

22. Recognition of Outstanding Performance: To periodically recognize and appreciate Gram Panchayats and/or their sub-committees, such as VWSCs, Pani Samitis and User Groups, as well as ISAs, for their outstanding performance.

23. Analysis of Health Indicators: To analyse health indicators and data relating to waterborne diseases for identifying necessary corrective measures.

24. Organisation of Exposure Visits: To arrange exposure visits for Gram Panchayats and/or their sub-committees, such as VWSCs, Pani Samitis and User Groups, wherever required, to facilitate learning and the sharing of best practices.

25. Jal Jeevan Mission Launch Programme: To ensure that State-specific slogans and messages are painted in villages in the prescribed format as part of the Jal Jeevan Mission launch programme.

26. Disaster Management: To take necessary measures during droughts, floods and other natural disasters to ensure the continuity of drinking water supply.

27. Grievance Redressal: To establish and ensure an effective mechanism for addressing and resolving grievances related to Jal Jeevan Mission.

28. Availability of Information: To ensure that all relevant information relating to Jal Jeevan Mission is regularly updated and made available on the IMIS portal.

29. Discharge of Other Responsibilities: To perform all other duties and responsibilities specified in the Operational Guidelines of Jal Jeevan Mission, in addition to the functions mentioned above.