MUNPL CEO Shri Sunil Kumar launched Solar-Powered Mini Water Scheme unit in Salaiya Khurd Village
Meja, Prayagraj (Rajesh Shukla). On Wednesday, Shri Sunil Kumar, CEO of Meja Urja Nigam Private Limited (MUNPL), a Joint Venture of NTPC Ltd & UPRVUNL, launched a unit of MUNPL’s Solar-Powered Mini Water scheme under its community development initiatives, in the challenging terrain of Salaiya Khurd village.
The inauguration ceremony witnessed a pivotal moment in the village's fight against water scarcity, especially due to the critically low underground water levels.
Nestled in the rugged landscape of Meja Tehsil in Prayagraj, Salaiya Khurd village with a population of approximately 3000 people has faced formidable water supply challenges for years. Recognizing the urgent need for a sustainable solution, MUNPL as a responsible corporate entity has come forward to launch a unit of its ongoing solar-powered mini-water scheme.
A 5000-litre water tank has been installed and is connected to 4 water outlets in the periphery of 300-400 m, catering at least 25 families' needs in the village. With this environment-friendly approach, the scheme not only ensures a consistent water supply but also alleviates the villagers' dependency on distant external sources. Along with the Mini water scheme unit, Shri Sunil Kumar also inaugurated the 400 m long inter-locking road in the same village to enhance its connectivity. Also, under its social responsibility, MUNPL is planning to install solar lights in the village soon.In addition to the inaugurated unit, MUNPL has plans for another unit to be operationalized soon, further expanding the reach of this essential water supply system in the village. After the inauguration, CEO Sunil Kumar greeted the villagers and their representative (Gram-Pradhan), asked about the local problems and assured them of further required aid.
He stated, "This solar-powered mini water scheme represents a convergence of technology and social responsibility. We are not only addressing the water scarcity issue but also doing it in a environment-friendly manner and MUNPL is committed to providing solutions that uplift the lives of those we serve." The mini water scheme, coupled with the organization's prior installation of four handpumps, marks a considerable step towards eradicating water scarcity from the village.
During the event, Head of Human Resources, Akhila K P Pattnaik, officers from Uttar Pradesh Jal Nigam, MUNPL CSR team officials, other staff members, village representative (Gram-Pradhan) and other villagers were also present.
