{
  "id": 17618031,
  "title": "Western Railway Achieves 100% Compliance In Drinking Water Quality Testing Across All Divisions",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/01/western-railway-achieves-100-compliance-in-drinking-water-quality",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-11-01T14:19:46.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Free Press Journal",
    "slug": "free-press-journal",
    "url": "https://www.freepressjournal.in/corporate-gallery/western-railway-achieves-100-compliance-in-drinking-water-quality-testing-across-all-divisions"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "In October 2026, Western Railway achieved 100% compliance in drinking water quality testing across all its divisions, according to a press release from the Chief Public Relations Officer, Shri Vineet Abhishek.\n\nFrom the 25th to the 31st of October, the Medical Department conducted 2,039 drinking water quality tests as part of their regular surveillance program. These tests included 1,812 Residual Chlorine Tests and 227 Bacteriological Tests, with all samples meeting the necessary testing parameters.\n\nThe testing took place in eight major divisions, including Mumbai Central, Vadodara, Ahmedabad, Ratlam, Rajkot, Bhavnagar, Dahod, and other reporting locations. Regular collection and examination of water samples, along with effective supervision, are integral to Western Railway's public health management plan.\n\nResidual Chlorine Testing is used to assess the effectiveness of disinfection practices, while Bacteriological Testing evaluates the microbiological quality of drinking water. The consistent, satisfactory results from all divisions reflect the sustained efforts of the Medical Department and the railway staff in maintaining high hygiene standards and boosting passenger confidence in railway amenities.",
  "summary": "Over 2,000 tests conducted from 25th to 31st October, 2026 yield satisfactory results Western Railway continues to accord high priority to ensuring the availability of safe and hygienic drinking water for passengers and railway employees. WR's Medical Department conducted 2,039 drinking water quality tests during the period from 25th to 31st October, 2026, as part of its regular drinking water…",
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    "Western Railway achieved 100% compliance in drinking water quality testing.",
    "2,039 tests conducted by Medical Department in October 2026.",
    "Tests included 1,812 Residual Chlorine Tests and 227 Bacteriological Tests."
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}