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Govt committed to provide portable drinking water to every household: Rana


Govt committed to provide portable drinking water to every household: Rana

Srinagar, Aug 09: Jal Shakti Minister Javed Ahmed Rana said that the government under the leadership of Omar Abdullah, is committed to provide safe, clean drinking water to every household in Jammu & Kashmir.

Minister stated that access to potable water is a cornerstone of public health, economic progress, and social well-being & our administration is committed to investing in modern infrastructure, incorporating advanced filtration technologies, and strengthening operational protocols to guarantee a reliable and safe water supply for both urban and rural areas.

Rana conducted a comprehensive review of the ongoing upgradation works at the Nishat and Alusteng Water Filtration Plants, aimed at enhancing Srinagar’s potable water infrastructure and ensuring uninterrupted supply of safe drinking water to residents.

While inspecting the reservoirs, Rana highlighted the region’s natural wealth in water resources and underscored the collective responsibility to safeguard them.

During his visit, the Minister assessed the current status of potable water availability, filtration processes, and the progress of under-construction filtration units, including the 3.0 MGD (Million Gallons per Day) plant at Nishat and the 5.5 MGD plant at Alusteng.

Inspecting various operational units of the facilities, including water reservoirs, pump rooms, and testing laboratories, the Minister reviewed storage capacities and overall functionality.

Rana emphasized the need to strictly adhere to project timelines  & cautioned that any unnecessary delays could undermine service delivery and erode public trust.

Minister stressed the importance of regular maintenance and efficient management to ensure continuous, high-quality water supply. 

 

 


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