The Hindu Council of Kenya (HCK) has launched a water project in Laikipia County. The dubbed Jal Seva Water Project is aimed at alleviating water scarcity in Laikipia County.
The project which is a collaboration with Laikipia County Government, was launched with 50 water tanks, each with a capacity of 3,000 liters, donated by HCK to local women, marking the start of works. These beneficiaries were selected based on prompt registration.
Governor Joshua spoke at the ceremony held at the County Government headquarters in Rumuruti, and said his administration has laid out extensive plans to improve water accessibility, crucial for a region where many residents trek up to 10 kilometers for water. This not only poses physical hardships but also creates competition with wildlife for water resources. The governor expressed gratitude towards HCK, emphasizing a collaborative approach to ease water burdens on women and children.
The event was attended by HCK members, including Mr. Arvinder Singh Mehta, Mr. Jagdishan, Mr. Raju Shah, and Mr. Raju Patel, Managing Director of Poa Tanks Manufacturers. Dr. Sonvir Singh, Vice Chairperson of HCK, highlighted the council’s commitment to humanitarian efforts and praised Governor Irungu’s dedication to his constituents, which inspired the selection of Laikipia County for the project. HCK, representing 170 Hindu organizations in Kenya, has a history of engaging in community service projects, including school feeding programs and medical camps.
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Jal Seva Water Project
The Jal Seva Water Project, envisioned by HCK Chairlady Sujatha Kotamraju, focuses on enhancing water accessibility through borehole drilling, water harvesting, and irrigation initiatives. The donation of water tanks is the project’s first phase, aiming to reduce the distance women and children travel for water.
Governor Irungu outlined an ambitious goal to provide 50,000 women with water tanks over the next three years, assuring that additional distributions will continue weekly. He encouraged women to use the tanks for irrigation and vegetable planting, enhancing family nutrition and self-sufficiency.
Allan Mugambi, Chairperson of the Laikipia County Development Authority, praised the governor’s efforts and pledged support for sourcing more resources to address the county’s water needs. Joyce Nthenya, one of the tank recipients, expressed her gratitude and urged fellow women to utilize the tanks effectively.
