State directs ULBs to create 10k groundwater recharge structures by March

Odisha's urban local bodies are urged to accelerate the creation of 10,000 artificial groundwater recharge structures each by March. This directive aims to meet the state's ambitious target of 2.6 lakh structures under the Jal Sanchay Jan Bhagidari 2.0 program. Officials are emphasizing rapid progress and timely data entry on the dedicated portal, with a review meeting scheduled soon.