Cabinet Approves Jal Jeevan Mission 2.0
The Union Cabinet approved Jal Jeevan Mission 2.0, an expanded phase of the Jal Jeevan Mission. The mission aims to ensure functional household tap connections (FHTCs) for every rural household while focusing on water quality monitoring, sustainability of water sources, and efficient management of rural drinking water infrastructure. It builds on the achievements of the earlier phase launched in 2019 to improve safe drinking water access across rural India.
R. M. Nachamma Becomes First Woman Chief of an Operational Nuclear Power Plant
Engineer R. M. Nachamma became the first woman to head an operational nuclear power plant in India. She was appointed as the Station Director of the Kaiga Atomic Power Station, operated by the Nuclear Power Corporation of India Limited. The achievement marks a significant milestone for women in India’s nuclear energy sector.
Cabinet Approves Greenfield Connectivity Project for Jewar International Airport
The Union Cabinet approved a greenfield connectivity project to enhance road and transport access to the upcoming Noida International Airport in Uttar Pradesh. The project aims to improve regional connectivity, facilitate passenger and cargo movement, and support economic development around the airport, which is expected to become one of India’s major aviation hubs.
