High-Level Meeting Scheduled to Discuss Jamshedpur Water Supply

Chief Secretary to convene talks on direct water provision from Chandil Dam

MLA Saryu Roy proposes solutions to address drinking water quality concerns.

JAMSHEDPUR – A high-level meeting has been scheduled for July 2 to discuss the possibility of supplying drinking water directly from Chandil Dam to Jamshedpur and its surrounding areas.

The meeting, convened by the Chief Secretary, will include secretaries from the Water Resources and Urban Development departments.

This decision follows discussions between Jamshedpur East MLA Saryu Roy and the Chief Secretary of Jharkhand.

Roy highlighted the current challenges in water supply, stating, "The Suvarnarekha River, our current water source, is heavily polluted, leading to high treatment costs and substandard water quality."

The MLA proposed two potential solutions for direct water supply from Chandil Dam:

1. Utilizing the left canal towards Ghatshila, which passes near Dimna Lake.

2. Using the Dobo Dam (also known as Satnala Dam) for gravity-based water distribution.

"Both options would be cost-effective and ensure cleaner, healthier drinking water for residents," Roy emphasized.

The meeting aims to explore these proposals and find a sustainable solution to Jamshedpur’s water supply issues.

Roy expressed hope that this discussion would be a "milestone in ensuring abundant and clean drinking water for Jamshedpur and nearby areas."

The outcome of this meeting could potentially transform the city’s water infrastructure and improve public health.