Jal Mahotsav Pakhwada 2026 fortnight campaign was observed across Wokha District from March 8 to 22, under the aegis of Jal Jeevan Mission, with active participation from line departments, community institutions, and the general public.
A press release by executive engineer, PHED, Wokha, stated that the campaign was aimed to promote water conservation, strengthen community participation, ensure sustainability of water sources, and enhance awareness on safe drinking water through a series of activities conducted across the district.
The programme commenced with an inauguration at Niroyo Village, Wokha Block in convergence with International Women’s Day, highlighting the vital role of women in water management and community participation.
Jal Yatra and Jal Srot Sanrakshan activities were carried out to create awareness on water conservation and protection of water sources.
During the programme, a meeting of District Water and Sanitation Mission (DWSM) was held under the chairmanship of deputy commissioner, Wokha, Vineet Kumar, where key issues relating to water supply, sanitation, and implementation of Jal Jeevan Mission were deliberated.
A PowerPoint presentation on the campaign was presented by district coordinator, PHED, Wokha, highlighting activities undertaken and future plans.
Furthermore, water quality awareness programmes were conducted in schools, including demonstration of Field Testing Kits (FTs) at Government Middle School, Humtso, to promote community level monitoring of drinking water quality.
Jal Arpan Diwas was also observed at Tsungza, Sanis, Meshangpen, and Englan villages, marking the achievement of Functional Household Tap Connections and reinforcing community ownership of water supply systems.
The programme featured addresses by EAC, Wokha, Sangmou Khiamniungan, and PHED officials, while an overview of campaign activities, and recognition and felicitation of WATSAN Committees for exemplary contributions under Jal Jeevan Mission.
