Smart Water Management Inauguration and Workshop Organized at Tokha
Smart Water Management Inauguration and Workshop Organized at Tokha
The solution for smart water management implemented at Tokha Brihat khanepani tatha sarsafai upabhokta samiti was officially launched on October 18th 2022, at the Indreni Banquet in Samakhusi. The event was attended by 50+ participants from different Water Supply User Committees (WSUC) operating in the Bagmati Province, as well as specialists in water management and technology, attended the event.
As the chief guest, Mr. Prakash Adhikari, Mayor of Tokha Municipality, as well as Mr. Saligram Poudel (Program Director of Urban Water), Mr. Dhanha Magar (Technical Coordinator of Oxfamnepal), Mr. Purna Bahadur Kunwar (IT – KUKL), Er. Laxmi Jha (Nepal Water Supply Corporation), and Chairman of Tokha Ward 2 & 3 all attended the event. They served as a powerful reminder of the value of encouraging technology and innovation in the water sector and the necessity of collaboration to create a more resilient and sustainable future.
During the conference’s discussions and presentations on a variety of topics, including pump automation, non-revenue water management, water quality, customer relationship management, its issues and effects, speakers emphasized how technology may help to improve it to automate operations, create efficiency, and ensure the access to clean water.
The speakers shared their experiences with implementing technology in their operations and discussed the benefits and challenges of doing so. They also emphasized the importance of ensuring that technology is accessible and affordable for all, including smaller water utility communities and rural communities.
Diyalo showcased a range of IoT Solutions that can be used in the water utility sector, including smart flow meters and water quality sensors. These devices can help to monitor and manage water usage, as well as detect pollutants and other contaminants in water. By implementing these devices, water utility companies can improve their operations, reduce costs, and ensure that their customers have access to safe and clean water.