Mission Bhagiratha — Drinking Water to Every Household
Mission Bhagiratha
Mission Bhagiratha is Telangana's flagship drinking water scheme that provides purified tap water from major rivers (Godavari, Krishna) to every household in the state — urban and rural.
Scale
Launched in 2016, Mission Bhagiratha is one of the world's largest drinking water schemes, covering over 20,000 habitations and connecting to Godavari and Krishna river water. The project won the United Nations Public Service Award in 2018.
How it Works
- Water drawn from Godavari / Krishna rivers at intake points
- Treated at district-level water treatment plants
- Pumped through a network of pipelines to water storage tanks in each village/locality
- Distributed to individual household taps
Current Status
Coverage has expanded significantly since launch. Telangana claims near-universal coverage, though some habitations still face supply issues. Check district-level coverage status at the official portal.
Official source: missionbhagiratha.telangana.gov.in
Issues and Complaints
Water supply complaints can be registered at the Ward Secretariat or via the official helpline. The PHED (Public Health Engineering Department) handles maintenance.