Swachh Jal Abhiyan launched to ensure clean drinking water and prevent contamination

Exam-focused facts from the 14 January 2026 current affairs briefing.

Key facts

Madhya Pradesh CM Mohan Yadav launched the 'Swachh Jal Abhiyan' to conduct comprehensive testing of drinking water quality in all urban and rural areas.
A weekly public hearing named 'Jal Sunwai' will be held every Tuesday at the district level for citizens to raise water-related complaints.
A mobile application will be developed for a water pipeline asset survey involving residents to identify leakages and contaminated sources.
The campaign will be implemented in two phases: Phase I from January 10 to February 28 and Phase II from March 1 to May 31.
All drinking water sources will undergo quality testing, and STPs will be regularly monitored to ensure clean water supply.