BBCNEWS Indias Wait for Water June 4, 2024 02:46:00
Water is distributed to homes in the village. here, tanks are built underground to prevent water from freezing. we are using solar panels extensively because, out of 365 days, ladakh has 320 sunny days. this will reduce operation and maintenance cost. after a year of preparation, water supply is being tested in the village today. mobile phone rings hello, hello? apart from a few homes, taps remain dry. the local engineer explains that a pipe burst, causing leakage. mistakes they can ill afford.
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