Amrut mission progress slow, key targets unmet: parliamentary panel report

The parliamentary standing committee on housing and urban affairs has reported that the AMRUT mission continues to fall short of several core infrastructure goals. Progress remains slow with key targets unmet.

The parliamentary standing committee on housing and urban affairs has expressed concern over the slow progress of the AMRUT mission in its report. According to the findings, the mission is lagging behind in achieving several core infrastructure goals. Key areas include drinking water supply, wastewater treatment, and urban water governance. Additionally, groundwater depletion poses ongoing challenges to the mission. The report was published on December 13, 2025. The committee reviewed efforts to boost urban development under the mission but identified shortfalls in meeting targets.

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