Assam to Provide Water to 125,000 Households

The Assam government, led by Housing and Urban Affairs Minister Ashok Singhal, is set to provide water to over 125,000 households in Guwahati by the end of this year, with a phased rollout of connections planned for September, October, and November. The initiative is supported by projects from the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) and aims to replace the outdated municipal water supply system. Currently, the Guwahati Jal Board is ready to supply water to 47,660 households, with 24,631 already receiving it. The minister emphasized the importance of timely execution and urged communities to apply collectively for connections to minimize disruption. By September, new water reservoirs will be operational, targeting specific neighborhoods, followed by additional areas in October. The government is also considering financial concessions for low-income families to encourage applications for water connections.