May 10, 2024
People First: How Odisha's “Drink from Tap” Mission Quenched Every Thirst
The launch of the book "People First, How Odisha's Drink from Tap Mission Quenched Every Thirst" marks a significant milestone in the realm of public water supply in India. Authored by IIT Madras alumnus , Shri G. Mathi Vathanan (1988 / MT / ME), IAS, Additional Chief Secretary, Housing & Urban Development Department, Government of Odisha, the book chronicles the state's revolutionary journey to provide 24/7 drinkable water directly from taps, targeting the poor and marginalized sections of the society.