Srinagar, Oct 28 (KNO): Jammu and Kashmir government on Tuesday said that the Centre has extended the timeline for completion of Jal Jeevan Mission (JJM) projects in the Union Territory till December 2028, following delays caused by non-release of funds during 2024-25.
In response to a query in the Assembly, the minister, per news agency—Kashmir News Observer (KNO), said that all water supply schemes under JJM were initially targeted to be completed by March 31, 2025.
"However, the delay in release of required funds under the Centrally Sponsored Scheme (CSS) and Union Territory Sector (UTS) led to a revision in the deadline.
He said that the Centre announced the new timeline during the Budget Session 2025, with enhanced allocations to ensure completion of all pending works. "The Jal Shakti Department is actively pursuing the release of funds from both the Central and UT Governments."
He said that there is a balance requirement of Rs 6,254 crore for completion of all ongoing JJM schemes in Jammu and Kashmir. "The department is working to secure these funds and settle work done claims once the release process is finalised," he said—(KNO)