Which one of the following was launched as a campaign on March 22, 202

Which one of the following was launched as a campaign on March 22, 2021 with the theme “Catch the Rain—where it falls, when it falls” by the Ministry of Jal Shakti?

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The campaign launched on March 22, 2021 (World Water Day) with the theme “Catch the Rain—where it falls, when it falls” was the second phase of the Jal Shakti Abhiyan (JSA). The Ministry of Jal Shakti coordinates this nationwide campaign focused on water conservation and water security. This specific theme for JSA 2021 aimed to encourage rainwater harvesting and water conservation efforts across the country.

– Jal Shakti Abhiyan is a time-bound, mission-mode water conservation campaign.
– It focuses on various water conservation interventions like rainwater harvesting, renovation of traditional water bodies, reuse of water, watershed development, and afforestation.
– The “Catch the Rain” campaign is a key component of JSA, emphasizing community participation in building rainwater harvesting structures.

The first phase of Jal Shakti Abhiyan was conducted in 2019. The “Catch the Rain” campaign was launched by the Prime Minister on World Water Day 2021, marking a significant effort to promote water conservation through public participation during the pre-monsoon and monsoon periods.

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