The Andaman and Nicobar Administration has approved construction of a Filter Bed Unit and a Clear Water Reservoir (CWR) at Wrafter Creek in Baratang to strengthen drinking water infrastructure in the region.
The project, sanctioned at an estimated cost of Rs 1.38 crore, includes development of a modern filter bed system, installation of a Clear Water Reservoir with a storage capacity of 1.35 lakh litres, relaying of pipelines, and deployment of an 8 HP diesel engine pump set. The initiative addresses a long-standing demand from residents of Wrafter Creek, Khattakhari and Rajatgarh villages.
Officials indicated that the infrastructure is intended to improve the availability, quality and reliability of treated drinking water across these habitations. The project is expected to enhance daily water supply once completed, ensuring access to treated potable water for beneficiary villages.
Authorities said the initiative forms part of broader administrative efforts to strengthen water supply systems in areas experiencing water stress. The focus remains on improving public access to safe drinking water while addressing infrastructure gaps linked to growing demand.
The project is being implemented by the Andaman Public Works Department (APWD). The department has been tasked with executing the works to improve service delivery standards and meet increasing water requirements in the Baratang region.
According to officials, the planned infrastructure will contribute to improved public health outcomes by ensuring consistent access to treated drinking water. Reliable potable water supply is expected to support better living standards in the beneficiary villages.
Meanwhile, the APWD has appealed to residents to use water judiciously, highlighting that water availability typically declines during summer months. The department emphasised the need for conservation practices to sustain supply during seasonal stress periods.
The Administration has reiterated its commitment to addressing essential civic infrastructure needs across the Andaman and Nicobar Islands. Strengthening drinking water systems remains a priority in areas facing supply constraints.
Officials stated that the Baratang project aligns with ongoing infrastructure development efforts aimed at ensuring consistent access to potable water and improving public service delivery in remote and semi-urban regions of the islands.
The approved works at Wrafter Creek are expected to contribute to long-term water supply stability once operational. The Administration has indicated that such initiatives form part of continued measures to enhance infrastructure and support public welfare across the islands.
Authorities said efforts to upgrade water infrastructure will continue alongside public awareness initiatives on water conservation, particularly during periods of reduced availability.
The project’s implementation marks a focused attempt to address drinking water challenges in Baratang while strengthening essential infrastructure to meet current and future demand.
