NFR Strengthens Water Quality Monitoring and Drinking Water Facilities

 Guwahati, 29^th September, 2026:

Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR) recently conducted an inspection of the Water Treatment Plant at Pandu to review the water treatment and quality-monitoring arrangements and further strengthen the availability of safe and quality drinking water for railway staff and passengers. 

Principal Chief Medical Director (PCMD) N.F. Railway, inspected the water treatment plant to assess its functioning and the quality monitoring arrangements for treated water. During the inspection, important parameters including turbidity and residual chlorine were checked and found to be satisfactory. The residual chlorine level in the treated water was recorded at 2 ppm at the time of inspection. The inspection also focused on regular monitoring of water quality and proper maintenance of the water treatment plant to ensure a safe and adequate supply of drinking water. The measures undertaken at the plant contribute towards maintaining consistent water quality and strengthening the overall health and hygiene environment for railway staff and passengers. Officials from the medical, engineering and health departments at Maligaon and Pandu were also present during the inspection.

 

The concerned officials were advised to continue regular monitoring of water quality and ensure proper maintenance of the water treatment facilities for a consistent supply of safe and quality drinking water. The inspection underscores NFR’s continued efforts towards maintaining high standards of health and hygiene and ensuring reliable drinking water facilities for railway staff and passengers.