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Who is responsible for bearing the 100% recurring cost of Operation and Maintenance (O&M) in a completed Jalanidhi scheme?

AThe Local Self-Government Institution

BThe State Government

CThe Project Management Unit (PMU)

DThe User Community

Answer:

D. The User Community

Read Explanation:

  • Full O&M cost recovery from the users is a key principle of the Jalanidhi model, ensuring the financial sustainability of the schemes.


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