Combating COVID-19 Pandemic Water Supply

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This document presents comprehensive guidelines issued by the Department of Drinking Water and Sanitation under the Ministry of Jal Shakti for combating the COVID-19 pandemic through ensured safe drinking water supply. The advisory addresses the critical need for maintaining water supply continuity during lockdown periods and provides specific instructions to State Public Health Engineering Departments. It recommends augmentation of water supply systems, mandatory use of chlorine and bleaching powder for water purification, distribution of field test kits to communities, and ensuring twenty-four-seven functionality of water supply systems. The document also covers provision of personal protective equipment to field staff, strengthening of grievance redressal mechanisms, and coordination with local administration for emergency response.