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Impact Report
Water Supply Programme - 2017
Year: 2017
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Community Support & Humanitarian Relief
Programme at a Glance
₹
1,35,680
Budget Used
1,420
Total Reach
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284
Direct Beneficiaries
1,136
Indirect Beneficiaries
↗
1 : 4
Multiplier Effect
Executive Summary
The Water Supply Expenses Programme (2017) was implemented by The Dream Welfare Society to address persistent water scarcity and unreliable access to safe water faced by vulnerable and water-stressed communities. Seasonal variability, infrastructure gaps, and dependence on distant or unsafe water sources placed a disproportionate burden on women and children and increased health risks. With a total expenditure of ₹1,35,680, the programme supported 800 individuals, directly benefiting 284 people and indirectly impacting 1,136 people through shared household and community-level water access. The total outreach of 1,420 people, achieved at an average cost of ₹170 per person, demonstrates the strong multiplier effect (×4) and cost-effectiveness of basic water access interventions.
Key Findings
- Small investments in water access generate high social returns
- Improved water availability directly enhances health, hygiene, and dignity
- Water access interventions produce strong household and community multipliers
- Basic services are foundational for sustainable development
Project Snapshot
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Project Name | Water Supply Programme - 2017 |
| Year | 2017 |
| Budget | ₹ 1,35,680 |
| Direct Impact | 284 |
| Indirect Impact | 1,136 |
| Total Reach | 1,420 |
Challenges & Learnings
Challenges
- Seasonal water scarcity affecting supply consistency
- Groundwater depletion during dry periods
- Limited water infrastructure in remote and underserved areas
- Dependence on shared water sources leading to overcrowding and delays
- Limited household water storage capacity
- Increased burden on women and children during scarcity periods
Learnings
- Even short-term water supply support significantly improves household well-being
- Community-based approaches enhance coordination and reduce conflict
- Water interventions deliver immediate and visible quality-of-life improvements
- Small investments in water access yield high social and health returns
Methodology
- Review of programme expenditure and service records
- Interaction with beneficiary households
- Observation of water access conditions and usage patterns
- Household-level discussions on health, hygiene, and time use
Impact Analysis
- Improved access to clean and sufficient water
- Reduced reliance on unsafe or distant water sources
- Improved household hygiene practices
- Lower risk of waterborne diseases
- Improved overall household health environment
Conclusion
The Water Supply Expenses Programme (2017) successfully delivered essential water access and basic services to 1,420 people through a timely, dignified, and cost-effective intervention. By improving water availability, hygiene, and household well-being, the programme strengthened health outcomes, reduced daily stress, and reinforced community resilience. The assessment confirms that access to clean and reliable water is a critical foundation for sustainable development and improved quality of life.
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