Minister Yadav promises to address drinking water issue in Sudurpaschim

Dhangadhi (Kailali), Jan 8: Minister for Water Supply, Pradip Yadav, has said the government is working to ensure access to safe drinking water for all citizens.   

 
In his address to a programme organised by the Federal Water Supply and Sewage Management Project here today, the Minister said he had been here to assess the situation. He took time to say that the incumbent government has accorded top priority to citizen's access to pure drinking water and is working accordingly.    

He added that the government is committed to addressing the drinking water issue in the Sudurpaschim Province.   

 
The Minister expressed his commitment to realizing the government's 'one house one tap' approach. He also expressed his concerns over growing encroachment on the Chure region and the depletion of water resources due to climate change. The Minister insisted on stern action against those responsible for the Chure exploitation.    

On the occasion, Ministry Secretary Pramila Devi Shakya, Joint Secretary Rambabu Puri, and Director General of the Department of Water Supply and Sewage Management, Ramkumar Shrestha, were present.   (RSS)