Rural infrastructure development projects

RURAL INFRASTRUCTURE DEVELOPMENT PROJECTS

Duration: 2002 to 2010

This program, spanning from 2002 to 2010, aimed at enhancing the water supply and

sanitation facilities in several regions, including Badulla, Gampaha, Puttalam, Kalutara, and Matara. It was executed through collaboration with the Asian Development Bank, providing financial support for national water supply and sanitation projects, as well as technological advancements in water and wastewater treatment.

Objectives:

• Implementing water supply schemes

• Developing rural sanitation

• Promoting safe water consumption

• Preventing waterborne diseases

• Strengthening institutional capacity for water management

• Conducting awareness programs on health and hygiene

The basic infrastructure development was carried out under the guidance of the Central Environmental Authority (CEA), contributing significantly to the overall improvement of water and sanitation conditions in rural areas.

Contribution to the project –

• National Water Supply and Water Transport Board

• Sahanoda Foundation