Bhubaneswar, Jan. 7 -- The Odisha government has directed the Water Corporation of Odisha (WATCO) to fast-track drinking water projects to meet the growing and future water demands of urban areas across the State.
Principal Secretary, Housing & Urban Development Department, Usha Padhee, on Wednesday instructed WATCO to conduct a comprehensive survey of Urban Local Bodies (ULBs), especially those facing acute drinking water shortages during the summer months. The survey will evaluate source sustainability, treatment and storage capacity, distribution efficiency, and peak seasonal demand.
The assessment will help the State Government prioritize interventions, strengthen emergency preparedness, and plan targeted investments in urban water in...