Punjab CM solicits data on water needs as per population
LAHORE: Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz on Monday directed the authorities to compile and verify reliable data on water requirements according to population. The CM presided over a meeting on the provision of clean drinking water in various districts of the province here on Monday. The meeting reviewed water supply pipeline projects in Chakwal, Rawalpindi, Rajanpur, Faisalabad, Murree and Attock. It…
LAHORE: On Monday, Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz directed authorities to gather and confirm accurate information regarding water needs based on population. The meeting focused on ensuring clean drinking water in various districts, reviewing water supply pipeline projects. Prioritization was given to eight water-deficient villages in Chakwal, with a proposal for pilot projects in Rajanpur, Jampur, Chak Shigari, and Dajal.
The CM ordered the immediate provision of 21 water bowsers in Rajanpur and emphasized beautification and development projects in Rojhan. Water tanks for drinking supply were to be established in Murree, with work underway for a new water source in the hill station. The Punjab Clean Water Authority and deputy commissioners provided updates on the water supply situation and ongoing projects across the districts.
Chakwal has 32 operational water filtration plants, with 237 under construction; Rawalpindi boasts 246 existing plants, while 252 new ones are being installed; Attock has 77 existing plants and 399 under completion, along with nine planned model villages. Murree houses five existing plants, with 90 under construction; Faisalabad has 343 existing plants, four surface water treatment plants, and 180 under completion.
The CM reiterated her commitment to providing clean drinking water at people's doorsteps, prioritizing areas where residents had to carry water on their shoulders.
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