Water supply restored for 180 flood-hit homes in Dhading

A vital drinking water system has resumed operation in Baireni, Galchhi Rural Municipality-6, Dhading, bringing relief to 180 households. The Maheshkhola-Bhattatar-Jintetar deep-boring water supply scheme had been disrupted by recent devastating floods, leaving local residents facing a severe shortage of clean drinking water. The restoration was made possible through financial assistance of Rs 446,680 from the Nepal Red Cross Society. The repair work was managed by the Dhading District Chapter of the Red Cross as part of its Rasuwa Flood Response Program. Galchhi Rural Municipality Chairperson Kedarnath Khatiwada officially inaugurated the completed project. Durlabh Kumar Tamang, Chairperson of the Nepal Red Cross Society Dhading District Chapter, emphasised that restoring basic services like drinking water is a crucial element of humanitarian aid during disasters. District Program Coordinator Saroj Thapa expressed confidence that the resumption of the water supply would help locals return to their normal daily routines. According to Red Cross General Secretary Rishi Raman Khanal, the organisation has been active since the initial days of the Bhote Koshi floods. While early efforts focused on search and rescue, current operations include distributing shelter materials, food, health services, psychosocial support, and cash assistance. Over the past month, the Red Cross has delivered water, sanitation, and hygiene services to 2,200 flood-affected families. The organisation has also installed 18 water tanks and distributed water via tankers in high-need areas, with plans to continue supporting government-prioritised rehabilitation efforts.