Centre orders corrective measures after CAG flags unsafe drinking water at railway stations
The Indian Railway Ministry has ordered the installation of 'Tank to Tap' water filtration systems across 20,000 locations following a CAG report that found E. coli bacteria in station water coolers. The initiative aims to improve passenger safety and ensure compliance with water quality standards.
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Ensuring safe drinking water is a critical public health issue for millions of daily commuters using India's extensive railway network.
NEW DELHI: Railway ministry on Sunday ordered corrective measures to ensure safe drinking water at railway stations following a CAG report on drinking water quality.After a whole-day review by Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw and other senior officials, the ministry ordered the installation of a "Tank to Tap" water filtration system at railway stations. The ministry said water coolers and a comprehensive water filtration and monitoring system will be installed at 20,000 locations across the railway network.The government also ordered the replacement of water tanks and strict compliance with water testing, accountability and scheduled cleaning."This is a top priority area and will be monitored directly at the Board level.
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