Access to clean, piped drinking water is a basic right—and the Government of India has made it a national priority through the Jal Jeevan Mission (JJM). Launched in 2019, this flagship initiative aims to provide Functional Household Tap Connections (FHTCs) to every rural household by 2024. With a budget of over ₹3.6 lakh crore, the Jal Jeevan Mission is not just a social program—it is India’s largest water infrastructure transformation project.
But executing such a massive vision across thousands of villages isn’t just about funding—it requires precise coordination of materials, vendors, logistics, and sustainability goals. That’s where procurement technology and B2B marketplaces are becoming critical enablers of success.
What is the Jal Jeevan Mission?
The Jal Jeevan Mission is a centrally sponsored scheme by the Ministry of Jal Shakti. Its core objectives include:
- Ensuring safe and adequate drinking water through individual tap connections
- Promoting community ownership of water resources
- Encouraging sustainable water supply systems (like groundwater recharge and solar-powered systems)
- Integrating modern infrastructure with local participation
As of 2025, the mission has covered millions of homes and is accelerating its last-mile coverage by leveraging both technological infrastructure and modern procurement practices.
Key Infrastructure Components Under JJM
Delivering tap water to remote rural homes requires a massive coordinated effort across:
- Water source identification and treatment
- Pipe network design and execution
- Storage and pumping systems
- Household-level connections and meters
Let’s break down the major categories of materials and technologies being deployed:
1. Pipes and Fittings
- HDPE pipes and fittings for corrosion-free underground water networks
- Ductile iron (DI) pipes for high-pressure transmission
- GI pipe & valve kits for household connections
2. Pumps and Distribution Systems
- Submersible and solar water pumps for drawing and lifting water
- Bore pumps for groundwater-based systems
- Energy-efficient pumps to reduce operational costs
3. Valves and Water Connection Kits
- Approved FHPC kits for functional house tap connections
- GI valves and plumbing pipe combos for easy installation
- Control valves for pressure and flow regulation
4. Construction and Support Materials
- TMT steel bars, fly ash bricks, and aggregates for tank and platform construction
- River sand and coarse aggregates for laying pipelines and foundations
5. Renewable Energy Integration
- Solar panels and lithium batteries for off-grid pumping stations
- Solar EPC systems for decentralized water infrastructure in remote villages
The Role of B2B Marketplaces in Streamlining JJM Procurement
The infrastructure procurement industry in India has long been highly fragmented, with materials like pipes, pumps, steel, and solar products sourced from regional, unorganized vendors. This results in:
- Inconsistent pricing and quality
- Delayed timelines
- Difficulty tracking vendor performance and delivery schedules
Enter aggregated B2B procurement platforms—which are digitally transforming this space.
How Aggregated Procurement Platforms Are Changing the Game
- Centralized Access to Verified Suppliers
- Procurement teams and contractors can discover vetted hdpe pipe manufacturers, solar water pump suppliers, and control valve vendors through one interface
- Pre-vetted vendor listings ensure compliance with JJM technical specs and government standards
- Transparent Pricing & Category-Wise Search
- Real-time price comparison of commodities like TMT steel, solar panels, or fly ash
- Alerts for price changes, especially in dynamic markets like construction steel
- Cross-Category Procurement in One Place
- Create consolidated orders for pipes, valves, solar systems, and FHPC kits
- Unified dashboards for tracking delivery, documentation, and billing
- Faster Logistics and On-Time Fulfillment
- Real-time visibility of stock availability
- Region-wise vendor mapping for faster delivery to remote areas
- Reduced downtime in pipeline construction or tank commissioning
- Better Compliance & Audit-Ready Documentation
- Auto-generated purchase orders, e-way bills, GRNs, and batch test reports
- Full traceability of material supplies for government audits
- Support for EPCs and State Nodal Agencies
- Dedicated support for EPC contractors, solar EPCs, and public utility departments
- Integration with tender portals and public procurement systems
Sustainability and Smart Infrastructure
The mission also promotes:
- Solar energy integration to power pumping stations in off-grid villages
- Automation and smart water meters for monitoring consumption
- Greywater recycling and recharge systems for long-term sustainability