Latest / Prasar Bharati

J&K Increases Water Quality Inspections to Ensure Safe Drinking Water

The Jammu and Kashmir government has initiated a 15-day Water Quality Testing Campaign to ensure safe drinking water in rural areas. Launched by Additional Chief Secretary Shaleen Kabra, the campaign involves district and divisional officers, along with water testing laboratory staff, who will collect and test water samples while documenting their findings. The initiative aims to enhance water quality monitoring and encourage community involvement, particularly by training women to use Field Test Kits. Additionally, awareness activities will promote drinking water standards and practices to prevent water-borne diseases.

The Radius summarizes this story. Read the original report from Prasar Bharati.