World Bank-funded Uttarakhand Drinking Water Programme (For Semi-Urban Areas)

Description
The "World Bank-funded Uttarakhand Drinking Water Programme For Semi-Urban Areas " is a World Bank–funded initiative implemented by the Uttarakhand Peyjal Sansadhan Vikas Evam Nirman Nigam under the Drinking Water Department, Government of Uttarakhand. The scheme aims to provide affordable and reliable domestic drinking water connections to eligible households in selected semi-urban areas of Uttarakhand, ensuring improved access to safe and adequate drinking water.

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Benefits
• Under this scheme, domestic water connections are provided by depositing a nominal connection fee of ₹1.00 and an application fee of ₹25.00.
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Eligibility Criteria
1. The World Bank–funded Uttarakhand Drinking Water Supply Programme for Semi-Urban Areas provides benefits to families residing in selected semi-urban regions of the state.
2. The programme is not applicable in urban areas.
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Required Documents
• Two passport-size photographs
• Self-attested photocopy of any one of the following government-issued ID cards (Voter ID card, PAN card, Unique Identity Card, Ration Card with photo, Driving License, Bank Passbook with photo, Passport)
• Self-attested photocopy of the map approved by the relevant development authority, local body, or Gram Sabha (required only for building construction applications)
• Ownership/Occupancy Proof, any of the following (Sale deed, Lease deed, Ownership certificate (fard), Land lease documents)
• Other Supporting Documents, self-attested copies of Voter ID card, Building assessment certificate issued by Municipal Corporation/Municipal Council, Tenant agreement, Ration card, Electricity bill, Nationalized certificate)
• Non-judicial stamp paper of ₹100/-
• Approval letter from the departmentally registered plumber through whom the applicant will commission the work
• Special category certificate if applicable (SC/ST/destitute/landless labourer/military widow/departmental employee)
• Any other supporting documents as required

Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Who is eligible for this scheme?
A: Families residing in selected semi-urban areas of Uttarakhand, whose water supply scheme has been constructed by Uttarakhand Peyjal Nigam or Uttarakhand Jal Sansthan, are eligible. The scheme does not cover urban areas.
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Q: How can one apply for a drinking water connection under this scheme?
A: Applicants can obtain the application form directly from the nearest departmental collection centre and submit it with the required documents.
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Q: Is there an application fee for availing the connection?
A: Yes, a nominal application fee of ₹25.00 is required to apply for a domestic water connection.
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Q: Is the scheme applicable in all areas of Uttarakhand?
A: No, the scheme is only for selected semi-urban areas. It does not apply to urban areas.
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Q: How many semi-urban areas are covered under this scheme?
A: A total of 22 semi-urban areas are covered, including 15 under Uttarakhand Peyjal Nigam and 7 under Uttarakhand Jal Sansthan.
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Q: What is the processing time for providing a water connection?
A: After document verification, the department provides the drinking water connection within 15 days.
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