Access to clean drinking water is a fundamental necessity, yet many communities still struggle with it. Marking World Water Day, Cairn Oil & Gas is working towards improving clean water accessibility in rural Assam. The company has installed seven tubewells in Pas Chamua village of Naginijan, ensuring clean drinking water for hundreds of people in the area. In addition, Cairn has equipped two important local public offices with Reverse Osmosis (RO) purifiers to ensure clean drinking water for nearly 500 individuals who visit these offices to avail public services such as government schemes and legal matters. This initiative is part of Cairn’s broader commitment to community well-being in the regions where it operates.
Pas Chamua village had long faced challenges with its primary water source, an open pond. This source, while providing water for the community, was highly prone to contamination, leading to several health issues. The installation of the tubewells has improved access to clean drinking water, safeguarding the community’s health and well-being, transforming their daily lives.
“Earlier, getting access to clean drinking water was difficult as the only source of drinking water was an open pond, but now that we have these tubewells, it has become easier for us to get clean drinking water,” shared Ritumoni Chetia, a resident of Pas Chamua village.
The Village Development Committee has also expressed appreciation for Cairn’s efforts. “Cairn team took the time and effort to truly understand our challenges. They provided effective solutions such as installation of tubewells. This is just one of the many initiatives Cairn has planned to improve our area,” said Tultul Saikia, President of the Village Development Committee.
Cairn’s initiative on World Water Day reinforces its unwavering commitment to uplifting communities and ensuring that basic necessities like safe water reach those who need them the most. Through sustainable, community-driven solutions, Cairn continues to create a lasting impact in the regions where it operates.
