Sarkari Yojana

Mukhyamantri Gramin Peyjal Nishchay Yojana

Bihar
Quick Summary: The Mukhyamantri Gramin Peyjal Nishchay Yojana, launched in Bihar in 2016, brings piped safe drinking water to rural households through Gram Panchayats in 5,013 Panchayats, with supply of up to 70 liters per person per day.

About Mukhyamantri Gramin Peyjal Nishchay Yojana

Launched in 2016, the Chief Minister Rural Drinking Water Nishchay Yojana aims to give every rural household in Bihar safe drinking water through piped supply. Gram Panchayats implement it in phases across 5,013 Panchayats where water quality is not affected and which are not already handled by the Public Health Engineering Department. The supply targets a maximum of 70 liters per person per day, and the community takes an active part in operation and maintenance.

Scheme Overview

Government Level

State Government

Eligible Entity

Individual

Launch / Open Date

01 Jan 2016

Scheme Details

Eligibility

Eligibility Requirements

To qualify for Mukhyamantri Gramin Peyjal Nishchay Yojana, applicants must satisfy the following conditions:

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The applicant has to live in a rural…

The applicant has to live in a rural area of Bihar.

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Households that already have a piped water connection…

Households that already have a piped water connection are not eligible.

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The household should be one that needs access…

The household should be one that needs access to safe drinking water.

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The Gram Panchayat's guidelines must be followed

The Gram Panchayat's guidelines must be followed.

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The applicant should be ready to help with…

The applicant should be ready to help with operating and maintaining the water supply system.

Applicants must meet all of the above conditions to be considered eligible for this scheme.
Benefits

Benefits Provided

Mukhyamantri Gramin Peyjal Nishchay Yojana provides the following benefits to eligible applicants:

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Improved Access to Clean Drinking Water:

Rural households receive safe, clean drinking water, which improves health and hygiene.

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Continuous Water Supply:

Water reaches rural areas reliably and without interruption all year round.

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Reduction in Waterborne Diseases:

Supplying purified drinking water helps lower the incidence of waterborne diseases.

Benefit amounts and conditions may vary by category — refer to the official scheme guidelines for exact figures applicable to your case.
Documents Required

Documents Required

Applicants should keep the following documents ready before starting the application:

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Proof of identity such as an Aadhaar card,…

Proof of identity such as an Aadhaar card, Voter ID, etc.

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Proof of address

Proof of address.

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Details of water needs and consumption

Details of water needs and consumption.

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Proof of residence in the Gram Panchayat

Proof of residence in the Gram Panchayat.

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Other documents, if needed

Other documents, if needed.

Ensure all documents are valid and, where required, duly attested before submitting your application.
Important Dates

2016-01-01

How to Apply

Offline Application

Applicants can apply for Mukhyamantri Gramin Peyjal Nishchay Yojana through the offline application process outlined below.

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Go to the office of the Gram Panchayat

Go to the office of the Gram Panchayat.

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Complete the application form with the personal and…

Complete the application form with the personal and household details asked for.

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Hand in supporting documents like identity proof and…

Hand in supporting documents like identity proof and address proof.

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Your eligibility will then be checked

Your eligibility will then be checked.

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Once approved, the household is added to the…

Once approved, the household is added to the piped water supply scheme.

Ensure all required documents are ready before starting the application process.

Official Application & Website

Verify the latest eligibility, dates and instructions before applying.

Official Sources & References