Muhammad Bilal, a 30-year-old farmer residing in UC Fatehpur, district Rajanpur, Basti Nehlhani, identified a pressing issue in his village-the lack of safe and secure drinking water. With agriculture being the primary livelihood for most villagers, the absence of clean water posed a severe threat to their health and well-being. Waterborne diseases, particularly among children, were on the rise due to the unavailability of clean water sources. Women had to travel far to fetch safe drinking water, costing them their time and effort.
People of that village had limited access to safe drinking water. The primary water source (a dug well) served both humans and livestock. Moreover, the groundwater in the area was salty, making it unsuitable for consumption. Therefore, the community was bound to consume unhygienic water, resulting in various health issues.
Pak Mission Soclety (PMS) mobilized the community, forming a Village Development Committee (VDC), with Muhammad Bilal appointed as President. Together, they prioritized a clean water solution, leading to the implementation of a water pond scheme.
The scheme’s completion provided reliable access to safe drinking water, reducing diseases and saving women from long water-fetching trips. Families, including Muhammad Bilal’s, now enjoy improved health and quality of life. The intervention has fostered a safer and more sustainable future for the village.
We are truly grateful for this remarkable gift in the form of the Water Pond Scheme, which has effectively addressed our key issue. Our sincere thanks to PMS for their invaluable support in turning this vision into reality.