Despite longstanding efforts by various levels of government and communities, the drinking water supply in India remains inadequate. However, innovative approaches tested since the early 2000s have shown promise, such as demand-driven strategies for urban and rural water supply, public-private partnerships for improving continuity, and the use of microcredits to enhance access to water and sanitation.

Globally, municipal authorities have found that continuous water supply is the most efficient and cost-effective way to manage water distribution. This is primarily because implementing a 24×7 system requires fixing leaking pipes, which significantly reduces water loss and makes more water available for supply. In the long term, continuous supply reduces operational costs by lowering pumping expenses, preserving pipe durability, and providing better network monitoring compared to intermittent supply systems.

Continuous water supply is also critical for public health. When pipes remain full, the risk of contamination is minimized. In contrast, under intermittent service, the pressure drops when pumping stops, allowing groundwater to seep into the pipes, potentially bringing in contaminants from surrounding areas. With a 24×7 supply, water remains cleaner and safer for consumers.

Our Services

We offer a comprehensive range of services to implement and manage continuous water supply systems:

1. Distribution Network Improvement on District Metering Area (DMA) Basis: 

• Improving distribution networks to keep Non-Revenue Water (NRW) within acceptable limits.
• Providing individual metered connections for citizens.
• Ensuring uninterrupted, continuous water supply.

2. Efficiency Improvement in Water Supply:

• Conducting surveys and creating GIS-based base maps.
• Interacting with key staff and consultants for system improvement.
• Reviewing and physically verifying existing assets, followed by a comprehensive field survey to map and model the water distribution network.

3. Hydraulic Network Modeling, Design, and Bid Processing:

• Developing a Hydraulic Network Model (HNM) for the water supply system.
• Allocating water based on a desired minimum service level of 135 liters per capita per day (lpcd).
• Designing the hydraulic network using digital elevation models and GIS data.

4. *Design and Engineering:*

• Detailed structural design for pumping stations, including mechanical and electrical components.
• Implementing a SCADA system for effective water supply management.
• Preparing working drawings and structural designs for all components, including transmission systems and service connections.

5. Bid Processing and Management:

• Preparing service improvement plans (SIPs) and overseeing design-build works.
• Ensuring value engineering to meet performance standards and efficient project implementation.

6. Operating and Management Procedures & Policies:

• Implementing water surveillance and energy optimization programs.
• Developing policies for network expansion, connections, and service improvements.
• Establishing a detailed methodology for monitoring contractor performance, including an Annual Operating Plan (AOP), Emergency Response Plan (ERP), and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Designing an integrated Management Information System (IMIS) for ongoing data capture, management, and reporting.

Conclusion

Achieving a 24×7 water supply is no longer just a dream; it is a feasible reality with the right infrastructure, policies, and management in place. Our services are designed to support municipalities and other stakeholders in making this reality a sustainable and efficient solution for India’s water supply challenges.