Lack of a sufficient volume of safe water and transmission of waterborne diseases endangers the lives of people living in rural communities. Life in the remote areas and in rural locations is becoming difficult to sustain; especially the access to safe drinking-water is a major problem. Same was the condition of the village Nandlalpura in chhatarpur district, Madhya Pradesh with a population of around 1000, few months back, faces acute shortage and contaminated water. Residents of Nandlalpura village, expressed their disappointment over the condition of the drinking water available.
“Wells are the main source of drinking water for the local community here, the water is very dirty and unhygienic. Dead birds and animals are often found floating on the surface of the water but we are left with no choice but to drink that water as there is no other alternative” said village resident Gangia Bai
People in this village, battling blatant inequalities to climb out of poverty. Safe drinking water and improved sanitation can definitely give these families a chance for healthier, happier lives. All they need is clean water but having a glimpse of well’s water would cause nothing but sorrow. Considering the fact that access to water supply and sanitation is a fundamental need and a human right & is vital for the dignity and health of all people, LT Foundation has initiated a key intervention in its effort to provide safe drinking water to households in the village.