Railways Orders Safe Drinking Water Drive After CAG Report, Filtration Systems Planned At 20,000 Points
Following the CAG Report on Drinking Water Quality, whole day review was done by Shri Ashwini Vaishnaw, Hon’ble Railway Minister, CRB & CEO and other senior officials, and immediate corrective measures have been ordered for Safe Drinking Water. Immediate Actions: ▪️ New "Tank to Tap" Water Filtration System at ∼20,000 locations including water coolers and a comprehensive water filtration and…
The Railways Ministry has ordered a comprehensive safe drinking water drive following a critical review by the Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG). Railway Minister Shri Ashwini Vaishnaw, along with the Chief Railway Board (CRB) and CEO, convened a thorough examination of water quality across the network. Immediate corrective actions have been directed, with a focus on installing filtration systems at approximately 20,000 critical points, including water coolers, to ensure safe drinking water for passengers and staff.
Key measures include replacing existing water tanks and establishing a rigorous filtration and monitoring system. Compliance will involve regular water quality testing at both sources and outlets, centralized oversight, and scheduled maintenance of storage tanks. These actions are deemed a top priority and will be monitored at the Board level, with progress and water quality reports to be published regularly for transparency.
This initiative is part of a broader effort to address CAG findings and enhance the overall travel experience for railway users.
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