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Patiala: 316 Villages to Receive Clean Drinking Water via ₹432.65 Cr Project
✍️ Amar Ujala · Patiala
🗓 02 Nov 2026, 07:38 PM
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A major infrastructure initiative in Patiala, Punjab, will provide clean drinking water to 316 villages at a cost of ₹432.65 crore.
Patiala, Punjab: A significant step towards improving rural health infrastructure has been announced in the Patiala district. The project aims to ensure the supply of clean and safe drinking water to 316 villages across the region.
The total estimated cost for this comprehensive water supply scheme is ₹432.65 crore. This investment is expected to significantly enhance the quality of life for residents in these rural areas by providing access to potable water sources.
The initiative is part of broader efforts to address water scarcity and hygiene challenges in rural Punjab. By connecting these 316 villages to reliable water networks, the administration intends to reduce waterborne diseases and improve overall public health standards.
Local authorities have emphasized that the project will be executed with a focus on sustainability and long-term maintenance to ensure that the benefits reach every household in the targeted villages.
The total estimated cost for this comprehensive water supply scheme is ₹432.65 crore. This investment is expected to significantly enhance the quality of life for residents in these rural areas by providing access to potable water sources.
The initiative is part of broader efforts to address water scarcity and hygiene challenges in rural Punjab. By connecting these 316 villages to reliable water networks, the administration intends to reduce waterborne diseases and improve overall public health standards.
Local authorities have emphasized that the project will be executed with a focus on sustainability and long-term maintenance to ensure that the benefits reach every household in the targeted villages.