Assam group’s ‘Paani Campaign’ covers 3,000 flood-hit villagers

Assam group’s ‘Paani Campaign’ covers 3,000...

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The Jeevan Initiative has provided specialized water treatment devices to 3,000 villagers in seven flood-hit Charaideo villages. These gravity-based units, developed by CSIR-IMMT, purify high-turbidity water without electricity to address post-flood waterborne disease risks.

Key takeaways

  • The campaign covers 3,000 villagers across seven villages in Charaideo district.
  • Devices are gravity-based and require no electricity for operation.
  • The initiative includes a five-year warranty and ongoing volunteer monitoring.
  • The program aims to reduce reliance on bottled water and prevent disease.

Read the original at The Hindu

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