ADB Funds Rs 530 Crore for Tripura’s Water Supply Upgrade
The Asian Development Bank (ADB) will provide Rs 530 crore in financial assistance to the government of Tripura to improve drinking water supply across 12 cities. This project will benefit around 400,000 people, helping to solve water issues for over 75,000 families. Tripura’s Chief Minister, Manik Saha, launched this initiative under the ‘Mukhyamantri Nagar Unnayan Prakalp’ scheme. The project is expected to be completed in the next three years.
Key Details of the Scheme
Funding: The Asian Development Bank is providing the funds.
Total Budget: Rs 530 crore has been allocated for the project.
Timeline: The project is planned to be completed in three years.
Who Will Benefit: 75,000 families in these 12 cities will see improved water supply.
Cities Covered in the Project
The project will focus on the following 12 cities: Udaipur, Amarpur, Belonia, Melaghar, Bishramganj, Khowai, Ranir Bazar, Mohanpur, Dharmanagar, Kailashahar, Kumarghat, Ambassa. Of these, seven (Udaipur, Belonia, Bishramganj, Khowai, Dharmanagar, Kailashahar, Ambassa) are designated as district headquarters.
Infrastructure Improvements
As part of this project, several key infrastructure developments will take place:
Pipeline Installation: 305 km of new water pipelines will be installed to distribute water.
Tubewells: 25 deep tubewells will be constructed to provide water from underground sources.
Iron Removal Plants: 18 plants will be set up to remove excess iron from the water, improving its quality.
Water Treatment Plants: Four plants will be built to treat water and make it safe for drinking.
Water Reservoirs: 19 reservoirs will be constructed to store treated water.
After the current phase, the project will expand to cover eight more cities, including the Agartala Municipal Corporation, as part of the next phase.
About the Asian Development Bank
The Asian Development Bank (ADB) was founded in 1966 and is headquartered in Manila, Philippines. It has 68 member countries, with more than 40 from Asia. ADB’s goal is to reduce poverty and promote sustainable development. It invests in many sectors, including infrastructure, health, and education. The ADB also focuses on climate change resilience and gender equality. The current president is Masatsugu Asakawa, appointed in 2020.
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Month: Current Affairs - September, 2024
Category: States Current Affairs