The Hindu 10.06.2010
Minister reviews drinking water scheme
Special Correspondent
| Officials told to ensure cent per cent water supply to all beneficiaries |
— Photo: L. Balachandar 
Evaluating:The Minister for Slum Clearance, S. Thangavelan, reviewing schemes in Ramanathpuram on Wednesday.
RAMANATHAPURAM: The Minister for Slum Clearance and Accommodation Control, S. Thangavelan, on Wednesday reviewed the functioning of Cauvery drinking water project in the district.
Collector T.N. Hariharan, District Revenue Officer K. Balasubramanian, officials of the Tamil Nadu Water Supply and Drainage Board and others took part in it.
The TWAD Board officials presented a picture of supply scheme and mechanism and the target villages and beneficiaries.
Stating that he had received representations from many villages about the lack of water supply, the Minister said the Government had spent huge amount for bringing water from Cauvery to provide drinking water to all villages and hamlets in the district.
Hence, the officials should ensure cent per cent supply of water to all beneficiaries.
Solve problems
The problems pertaining to the water supply should be solved immediately. Efforts should be taken to prevent water flowing on road sides.
