Strengthening the Rural Water Service Paradigm
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February 2026 -
Policy Evaluation Report | February 2026 -
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Publication Team
Manasa Sriram
Publication Team
Riju Garg
Publication Team
Shristi Choudhary
Publication Team
Ankit Arvind Jha
Publication Team
Atharva Pawde
Publication Team
Shankarjeet Panda
Publication Team
Aryaman Sharma
Publication Team
Sahil Kaushik
Publication Team
Rahul Kumar Dubey
Publication Team
Pushpendra Kumar Choudhary
Publication Team
Mani Bhushan Jha
Technical Advisor
Executive Summary
This policy evaluation report reviews rural tap-water service delivery, programme progress and long-term sustainability priorities. It examines coverage, operational performance and the importance of community participation in ensuring reliable rural water services.
Key Developments
- Coverage expansion and service performance are comprehensively reviewed.
- Awareness, adoption and local operational practices are highlighted.
- Community participation is recognised as essential for sustained programme outcomes.
Key Takeaways
- The next phase of rural water programmes should prioritise service reliability.
- Community ownership and awareness are critical for achieving long-term sustainability.
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