Kawardha: Kotra Bundeli village of Kabirdham, Chhattisgarh has now become a source of inspiration for the entire Chhattisgarh. It is a direct proof of Prime Minister Modi’s vision of “Har Ghar Jal“ and Chief Minister Sai’s vision of “Samriddh Chhattisgarh“. This success shows that with the right planning and community efforts, every village can become self-reliant and prosperous.
Kotra Bundeli, a small village in Sahaspur Lohara development block of Kabirdham district of Chhattisgarh, has achieved a historic success under Jal Jeevan Mission. Under the vision of Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi “Har Ghar Jal, Har Dil Khushal“ and the strong leadership of Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Shri Vishnu Dev Sai, this village is writing a new story of water prosperity and self-reliance. This village with 141 families was declared a “Har Ghar Jal“ village on 27 November 2024.
Prime Minister’s thinking and Chief Minister’s efforts brought change
Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi had dreamed of providing clean drinking water to every rural family through Jal Jeevan Mission. Chief Minister Shri Vishnu Dev Sai implemented it effectively in Chhattisgarh. Kotra Bundeli is a living example of the success of this scheme, where the collective efforts of the government and the community have brought revolutionary changes in rural life.
A scheme worth Rs 63.80 lakh made the village self-reliant
Under Jal Jeevan Mission, a reservoir of 40 kilolitre capacity was constructed at a cost of Rs 63.80 lakh. Now clean and safe water is reaching every house in the village through pipeline. This facility has freed the villagers from water crisis and made their life simple and healthy.
Improvement in the lives of women and children
Earlier, women and children of the village were forced to fetch water from distant water sources. Now, with water available at home, women have got an opportunity to devote time to household work, children’s education and other creative activities. This scheme has also become a symbol of women empowerment.
Improvement in health and economic condition
Availability of clean water in the village has reduced waterborne diseases and medical expenses have declined. Children are now able to spend more time in studies and sports. Also, villagers are focusing on employment and other economic activities.
Villagers are grateful to the Prime Minister and Chief Minister
In the Gram Sabha, the Sarpanch and the villagers expressed their gratitude to Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Chief Minister Vishnu Dev Sai. Village woman Sumitra Bai said, earlier we had to travel a long distance for water. Now this facility has reached our home. We are grateful to the Prime Minister and the Chief Minister.
New steps towards water conservation: A decision was taken in the Gram Sabha to promote water conservation and tree plantation. A resolution was taken to stop wastage of water and run an awareness campaign so that the success of this scheme can be maintained for a long time.