Residents of Manasa Express Gratitude to PM Modi for Clean Water Access Under AMRUT 2.0 Initiative

Neemuch, Jan 31 (NationPress) In a significant development for the residents of Madhya Pradesh's Manasa, women are expressing their heartfelt gratitude to Prime Minister Narendra Modi for facilitating access to clean drinking water in their households through the AMRUT 2.0 initiative.

Prime Minister Modi's vision of ensuring that every household in India has access to clean drinking water is being realized in Manasa, a town in the Neemuch district of the state. Thanks to the ambitious AMRUT 2.0 scheme, the residents' thirst is being quenched with safe, accessible water – a transformative change particularly beneficial for the women of the area.

Launched on October 1, 2021, AMRUT 2.0 aims to enhance urban living by providing functional water tap connections, effective sewerage and septage management, and the revitalization of water bodies and green spaces. The overarching goal is to make cities more self-reliant, sustainable, and equipped with water security.

In Manasa, the local Municipal Council has diligently worked to turn this vision into reality. They have built three large water tanks, two substantial sump wells, and a four-lakh-litre intake well, ensuring that every household now has access to clean drinking water. New pumps have been installed at the Chambaleshwar Filter Plant, located 23 km away, and an 18-km pipeline has been laid as part of a planned 28-km pipeline.

The restoration of two vital water bodies, Rampuriya Pond and Ram Talai, has significantly enhanced the town's water infrastructure. These ponds have been beautified with embankments, paver blocks, green spaces, a boundary wall, and excellent lighting, creating an inviting environment for residents to visit and relax.

Prior to the implementation of the AMRUT 2.0 scheme, several parts of Manasa, including areas like Rameshwaram Colony, experienced severe water scarcity. Residents had to depend on distant water sources or purchase water tankers, often facing great inconvenience and expense. Now, thanks to the new infrastructure, even the most remote colonies are receiving a consistent supply of fresh, potable water.

Speaking to IANS, Pooja Dhanotiya, a resident of Rameshwaram Colony, expressed her gratitude: "Earlier, there was no tap water in our colony, and we had to walk long distances for water. Thanks to PM Modi’s AMRUT 2.0 scheme, pure water now flows to every home."

Durga Nagda, another resident, echoed these sentiments: "We never had tap water before, but now, thanks to Modi ji’s AMRUT 2.0 scheme, we have easy access to safe drinking water. I am deeply grateful."

Lalita from Ramnagar also shared how life has transformed: "We used to depend on water tankers, but now the taps installed under AMRUT 2.0 provide us with clean, reliable water. This is a significant relief for us."

Seema Ajay Tiwari, President of the Nagar Parishad Manasa, proudly spoke of the scheme's success: "Under AMRUT 2.0, we have accomplished what we aimed for. With 18 km of water pipelines in place along with the intake well and three large water tanks now operational, we are supplying clean water to every home. Additionally, the rejuvenation of Rampuriya and Ram Talai ponds, coupled with the creation of green spaces and proper lighting, ensures that residents can enjoy these areas while benefiting from enhanced water access."

Tiwari emphasized the scheme's significance for women: "Women often take the lead in managing household water needs. PM Modi recognized this, and his efforts have ensured that every woman in our community has access to pure drinking water."