Shillong: Out of the 6,51,412 targeted households in Meghalaya, PHE Minister Marcuise Marak announced that 4,80,039 households are now connected to tap water supply under the Jal Jeevan Mission Scheme.
Marak expressed optimism, stating the department aims for 100 percent implementation by March this year.
“As of today under JJM, we have achieved 73.69 percent, so we are progressing,” said Marak.
He acknowledged challenges, particularly in the Khasi Hills Region, where land disputes hindered project setup. Landowners initially resisted tank construction, and some dams faced opposition. However, these issues have been resolved, though certain projects remain stuck, the minister informed.
Power connection obstacles persist in Jaintia and East Khasi Hills, primarily affecting pumping projects. Marak plans to address this with the chief minister, emphasising the need for collaboration with MeECL. Despite payment for power connections, delays stem from remote locations requiring materials like poles and wires.
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In a meeting with the commissioner secretary, Marak discussed project updates from sub-divisions, planning to present them to the chief minister. Responding to complaints about taps lacking water supply, explained that the pipes are laid only after the water reaches treatment plant. “From the plant it goes to reservoir where the distribution of pipes is made to the households,” said marak.
The department secured a sanction for the Bulk Water Supply Scheme, a Rs 100 crore project set to commence in two years. Ganol will serve as the water source for the Bulk Water Supply Scheme.
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