Who of the following Union Ministers launched the Bhu-Neer portal in September 2024?
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Correct answer: D
Explanation
The correct answer is Option 4 i.e. CR Paatil.
At the closing ceremony of India Water Week 2024 on 19 September 2024, Union Jal Shakti Minister C. R. Paatil unveiled the Bhu-Neer portal, a unified digital system for managing groundwater withdrawal permits. Created by the Central Ground Water Authority with support from the National Informatics Centre, the platform simplifies the approval process through facilities like PAN-based single login, QR-coded No Objection Certificates, and a faceless application system, ensuring greater transparency, efficiency, and sustainability in groundwater management across the nation.