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Borneo Post
3 days ago
- Climate
- Borneo Post
Sarawak water agencies on high alert amid prolonged hot weather
Julaihi speaks to the media at the press conference. – Photo by Chimon Upon SEBUYAU (July 26): Sarawak's water supply agencies are on high alert as the state braces for prolonged hot and dry weather, said State Utility and Telecommunication Minister, Dato Sri Julaihi Narawi. He said all agencies under his ministry including the Rural Water Supply Department (JBALB), Kuching Water Board, Sibu Water Board, and Laku Management Sdn Bhd have been instructed to continuously monitor water sources as part of standard operating procedures (SOPs) to ensure stable and reliable supply for consumers. 'This is part of our ministry's standard operating procedure (SOP) to ensure water supply sources are regularly monitored to maintain service stability and reliability for consumers,' he told a press conference after officiating the Petronas Powering Knowledge: MLNG Bestari Outreach Programme at SMK Sebuyau today. Julaihi said his ministry is also working closely with the Sarawak Disaster Management Committee (SDMC) and stands ready to provide water supply assistance if necessary, although the situation remains under control for now. 'All water treatment plants across Sarawak are operating well and capable of meeting demand,' he said, while noting that disruptions may only occur in cases such as pipeline leaks, either due to aging infrastructure or third-party damage. 'Nevertheless, our agencies are always prepared to respond swiftly to any impact from the hot spell,' he said. Julaihi also urged the public to conserve water and follow any water-saving directives issued by the authorities. Meanwhile, the Malaysian Meteorological Department (MetMalaysia) has issued a heatwave alert for four areas in Sarawak – Sibu, Marudi, Telang Usan, and Limbang – following persistently high temperatures. The alert is triggered when daily maximum temperatures reach between 35°C and 37°C for at least three consecutive days. For updates on the current heatwave status, the public can visit MetMalaysia's official website at dry weather high alert hot weather water agency
Time of India
19-07-2025
- General
- Time of India
Ishan river revival benefits 44 UP villages
Lucknow: Reduced to a dry channel because of massive encroachment stopping its flow, Ishan river is being revived under state govt's 'One District-One River' scheme. The river is now flowing through Etah, Hathras, Mainpuri, Kannauj and Kanpur Nagar districts. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now The project to revive the river was undertaken by State Clean Ganga Mission, Namami Gange and Rural Water Supply Department. Etah district magistrate Prem Ranjan Singh said revival of the 57 km-long river benefited farmers in 44 village panchayats. Locals were employed under MNREGA to carry out works like the excavation of ponds, desilting, and plantations. Ishan enters Etah district from Nagla Godi village in Nidhauli Kalan development block. TNN
The Hindu
03-06-2025
- Business
- The Hindu
Central team inspects preparedness to implement ₹1,400 crore worth JJM projects in West Godavari
A central team-led by senior official Chinmay Pundalikaro Gotmare has inspected the preparedness to complete ₹1,400 crore worth projects sanctioned under the Jal Jeevan Mission (JJM) in West Godavari district. The team which visited the region on Monday (June 2) inspected the water quality, density and other parameters at the source point and inquired about the prevalence of waterborne and kidney ailments in Penugonda Mandal. In an official release, West Godavari Collector Chadalavada Nagarani said that the team had inspected water grid at Dowleswaram barrage from where the water is being sourced for drinking purpose to some parts of the West Godavari district. Rural Water Supply Department Superintendent Engineer S. Trinadhbabu, Groundwater Department Deputy Director K. Gangadhar and other officials were present.
Hindustan Times
14-05-2025
- Politics
- Hindustan Times
Revival of endangered rivers in UP must be turned into mass movement: CM
Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Wednesday emphasised the need to transform the revival of endangered and polluted rivers into a mass movement, an official statement said. Stressing that this initiative should go beyond a mere project, he called it a matter of socio-cultural consciousness and collective responsibility. "Whether it is the Gomti in Lucknow, Hindon in Ghaziabad, Varuna in Kashi, or any other river in the state, we must act in mission mode with collective resolve for their revival,' said. Chairing a review meeting of the Namami Gange and Rural Water Supply Department, the chief minister highlighted that human civilisation has always thrived on the banks of rivers. "It is unfortunate that the very rivers that once sustained our culture have now been subjected to unplanned urbanisation and pollution," he remarked. He directed that divisional commissioners be held accountable for river rejuvenation and instructed that this year's plantation campaign be focused along riverbanks, with a strong emphasis on public participation. On the Gomti River in the state capital, Adityanath directed that a detailed project report be prepared within a month to give concrete shape to the vision of an 'Aviral-Nirmal Gomti'. He instructed that sewer and stormwater drainage systems be handled separately and that zero liquid discharge into the river be ensured. Adityanath also directed that similar action plans be developed for other rivers in the state, such as the Hindon and Varuna, and that their progress be regularly monitored. As per data presented in the meeting, regular drinking water supply is currently being provided in 37,730 villages across the state, of which 25,166 have already been certified. Daily supply of clean drinking water has been ensured in 3,016 villages of Bundelkhand and 2,051 villages of the Vindhya region. For effective implementation of the 'Har Ghar Nal' scheme, CM Adityanath ordered that roads dug up for pipeline installation or other works be repaired on priority. During the review, the Chief Minister directed that the areas surrounding all water head tanks should be beautified and aesthetically developed.
Indian Express
14-05-2025
- Politics
- Indian Express
Mass movement key to reviving state's polluted rivers: CM Yogi Adityanath
CHIEF MINISTER Yogi Adityanath said on Wednesday that efforts towards revival of endangered and polluted rivers in Uttar Pradesh should be transformed into a mass movement. 'Whether it is the Gomti in Lucknow, Hindon in Ghaziabad, Varuna in Kashi, or any other river in the state, we must act in mission mode with collective resolve for their revival,' Adityanath said. He was speaking during a review meeting of the Namami Gange and Rural Water Supply Department. 'It is unfortunate that the rivers that once sustained our culture have now been subjected to unplanned urbanisation and pollution,' he told officials. The Chief Minister also said that divisional commissioners should be held accountable for river rejuvenation. He also instructed that this year's plantation campaign be focused along riverbanks, with a strong emphasis on public participation. 'This should not be merely an administrative exercise — it must become a people-led movement,' he added. Placing special emphasis on the Gomti River in the state capital, Lucknow, the CM directed that a Detailed Project Report (DPR) be prepared within a month to give concrete shape to the vision of an 'Aviral-Nirmal Gomti'. Regarding the Gomti cleanliness drive, he instructed officials that sewer and stormwater drainage systems be handled separately and that there should not be any liquid discharge into the river. Adityanath also directed that similar action plans be developed for other rivers in the state, such as the Hindon and Varuna, and that their progress be regularly monitored. During a review of the progress of the Jal Jeevan Mission and the 'Har Ghar Nal' scheme, the data presented claimed that regular drinking water supply is being provided in 37,730 villages across the state, of which 25,166 have already been certified. Daily supply of clean drinking water has been ensured in 3,016 villages of Bundelkhand and 2,051 villages of the Vindhya region. The CM directed officials to assign clear responsibility for the quality, timeliness, and operation-maintenance of water supply, particularly in remote areas. Officials claimed to Adityanath that 42,810 drinking water-related complaints have been registered so far in the state, of which 38,161 have been 'resolved.' In light of the ongoing summer season, the CM instructed that all district-level administrative units must remain on 24×7 alert, and control rooms in each district to report any water shortages in villages. Nodal officers should be appointed and awareness about the control rooms should be widely publicized. For effective implementation of the 'Har Ghar Nal' scheme, he ordered that roads dug up for pipeline installation or other works be repaired on priority. Public representatives were urged to verify whether water supply is functional and submit a report directly to the Chief Minister's Office. During the review, Adityanath directed that the areas surrounding all water head tanks should be beautified and aesthetically developed.
