SNEHA - Jalanidhi Project

Jalanidhi Project

Rural Water Supply and Sanitation Initiative

A collaborative effort between SNEHA, World Bank, and the Government of Kerala to ensure sustainable access to clean water and improved sanitation facilities for rural communities.

World Bank
Govt. of Kerala
KRWSA
SNEHA

The World Bank is providing assistance to Govt. of Kerala for Rural Water Supply and Sanitation Project under Jalanidhi phase II programme. The principal objective of the Jalanidhi programme is to assist GOK in increasing the access of rural communities to improve and sustainable drinking water supply and sanitation.

This project is implementing with the Technical Support of NGOs (SO) through Grama Panchayaths and Beneficiary Committees constituted for this purpose. The SO is an organisation which will be selected by the Grama Panchayath from among the panel approved by KRWSA.

Edachery Grama Panchayath selected SNEHA as their SO for implementing Jalanidhi project in their area. The SO is providing technical, capacity building, social development, financial & accounting and procurement support.

Community Served

People living in Edacheri Grama Panchayath, reaching hundreds of households and improving the quality of life for the entire community.

Key Objective

To implement sufficient Drinking water supply schemes, Ground water recharging and sanitation programmes for sustainable community development.

Evaluation Methods

Concurrent monitoring review meetings by NGO and KRWSA to ensure effective implementation and optimal resource utilization.

Our Strategy

SNEHA employs a comprehensive community-based approach to implement the Jalanidhi project, focusing on sustainability and community ownership.

1
Community Mobilization

Formation of beneficiary groups with active participation from community members

2
Scheme Identification

Finding suitable water supply and sanitation schemes based on local needs

3
Implementation

Executing projects with full support and involvement of beneficiaries

4
Ownership Transfer

Handing over ownership to beneficiary groups for long-term sustainability

Project Outcomes

The Jalanidhi project has achieved significant improvements in water access and sanitation standards across the Edacheri Grama Panchayath.

Improved and sustainable drinking water supply systems reaching previously underserved communities

Enhanced groundwater recharge mechanisms ensuring long-term water security

Upgraded sanitation facilities improving public health outcomes

Increased environmental sustainability through proper waste management

95%
Water Access Coverage
85%
Improved Sanitation