The Minister of Irrigation calls for diversifying water supply sources – New Algeria

The Minister of Irrigation stressed, Taha DarbalToday, Saturday, from the state of Bouira, he stressed the need to adopt a forward-looking view in modern planning and management of the sector, which allows for raising the efficiency of management and improving the quality of public service provided to the citizen. He also called for diversifying the sources of water supply.

During his visit to Bouira State, the Minister listened to a comprehensive presentation on the state of the irrigation sector in the state and the development prospects for improving public water service, presented by the State Director of Irrigation.

The presentation addressed the status of the public water service with its various components, especially the supply of potable water, disinfection, and agricultural irrigation, given the agricultural character that characterizes the state and the importance of water resources in supporting its agricultural activity.

The Minister issued a number of instructions, including accelerating the pace of completion of ongoing projects in order to improve public water service and respond to the aspirations of citizens. He also called for diversifying the sources of water supply, especially by supporting the connection of the state toWater desalination plants The sea is Tigremat in the state of Bejaia and Cap Jannat 2 in the state of Boumerdes, ensuring a sustainable water resource that is less affected by climate changes that affect traditional sources of water.

In this context, Darbal called for working to re-exploit filtered waste water as a second, non-traditional water resource in the field of agricultural irrigation, while valuing disinfection facilities because of their role in protecting public health and the environment.

The Minister stressed the need to respect the hierarchy of priorities when registering new operations, to ensure that investments are directed towards projects that have a direct impact on improving public service, stressing in the context The irrigation sector will continue to accompany the developmental dynamism witnessed by the state BouiraIn line with the strategy of enhancing water security and supporting local development across the various states of the country.