348 billion VND invested in developing its rural water supply network

ABO - According to the Provincial People’s Committee, the province has invested 348 billion VND invested in developing its rural water supply network.

Taking a sample of water for checking quality. Photo: thtg.vn

This investment aims to ensure supply of clean water to all households in the province, especially in areas near rivers along the coast suffering from saltwater intrusion. Until now, the province has carried out four projects worth 161 billion VND.

According to report, there are 112 works worth of 84 billion VND to build and upgrade its water supply network by the Tien Giang Water Supply One Member Limited Company.

A new water pumping plant is expected to be put into operation this year with a capacity of 30,000cu.m per day in Cai Lay district.

The whole province now has 566 water pumping stations providing clean water to over 369,450 households.

This covers 93% of households in rural areas, 3% points higher than the target set for next year, and 99% of urban households.

By HUU CHI