Early Times Report
UDHAMPUR, Mar 18: As a part of celebration of National Rural Drinking Water and Sanitation Awareness (NRDWS) week in the district, an awareness rally was organized at block Majalta here today. Deputy Director Rural Sanitation, Jammu, Bal Krishan who was the chief guest, formally flagged off the rally. The rally was taken out from Panchayat Ghar Majalta which after passed through main locations of the block Majalta, culminated at PHC, Majalta here today. The participants carried placards emphasizing messages including water is precious, save water, drink potable water, consume boiled water to keep off water borne diseases etc. The rally was also attended by ASHA workers, members of VWSC’s, students of various educational institutions, Anganwari workers and members of self help groups to advocate the importance of safe drinking water, proper hygiene and sanitation facilities in rural habitations. Among others, Tehsildar Majalta, Mr. Aamir Choudhary, BDO Majalta, Mr. Sandeep, Sarpanches, Panches and senior citizens were also present during the programme. |