Cabinet nod to revise water and sewerage charges

The Cabinet of Ministers have granted approval for the revision of the water and sewerage charges, Cabinet Spokesman Bandula  Gunawardena said. 

The financial viability and sustainability of the National Water Supply and Drainage Board (NWSDB) should be confirmed in order to achieve the objectives of expanding access to safe water and sanitation, improving the quality of service and sustainable use of water resources, he said. 

As such, taking in to account the proposal presented by the Minister of Water Supply and Estate Infrastructure Development, the Cabinet of Ministers approved the revision of charges that minimizes the impact on low-income groups and the social security base provided in connection with educational, religious and public water supplies.