A Life-Changing Drinking Water Solution for Thirumalairayapuram Village
In the heart of Kulathur Taluk, Pudukkottai District, lies the village of Thirumalairayapuram—a place that has long battled against the odds of nature. With a population of around 3,000, the village has endured decades of water scarcity, salty groundwater, and poor infrastructure, leaving the residents in a constant struggle for survival.
The Struggles of Thirumalairayapuram
For years, the people of Thirumalairayapuram relied on salty and unsafe groundwater for drinking and cooking. The impact?
- Chronic health issues, especially diseases related to Kidney
- Premature deaths caused due to consumption of non-potable water
- Due to scanty rainfall no scope for groundwater to tap continuosly
- Scanty rain water is being preserved in unprotected condition making it non-potable over a period
- They have to travel miles even to fetch clean water or they have to buy
- The steps taken by the Government based on the appeals bear no tangible results
- Being drought prone area the lakes and ponds remain dry thereby reduce the scope to get clean water
- Purchase of clean water from other sources unaffordable due to extreme poverty and seasonal employment
This basic necessity—clean water—has been a distant dream.
The Turning Point: A Ray of Hope from Mother Teresa Foundation
Real change began when village officials approached the Mother Teresa Foundation. The Chairman responded with compassion and commitment, holding discussions to understand the depth of the issue. The Self Help Group (SHG) of the village played an instrumental role, amplifying the voices of the people.
Key Actions Taken:
- Partnered with Tamil Nadu Water Supply and Drainage Board (TWAD)
- Tapped into the Cauvery Kootu Kudineer Thittam pipeline scheme
- Received approval and constructed a 20,000-liter capacity ground water tank
- Ensured 24/7 access to clean and portable drinking water
- We Inaugurated 20,000 liter capacity ground water tank fitted with taps
5 Incredible Benefits of the Drinking Water Solution for Thirumalairayapuram
- ✅ 24/7 Access to Clean Water – No more dependency on salty, unsafe groundwater
- 💧 Improved Health – Reduction in kidney and waterborne diseases
- 💸 Reduced Financial Burden – No more spending on expensive bottled water
- 👨👩👧👦 Empowered Families – Women and children no longer need to fetch water from far distances
- 🌱 Path to Growth – A healthy village is a developing village
A New Chapter Begins
The drinking water solution inaugurated by the Chairman of the Mother Teresa Foundation isn’t just about infrastructure. It’s about dignity, health, and hope. It marks the beginning of a new chapter in Thirumalairayapuram’s story—one filled with opportunity, wellness, and growth.
Conclusion
The drinking water solution for Thirumalairayapuram is a shining example of how community effort, NGO action, and government support can rewrite the destiny of an entire village. Water is life—and for the people of Thirumalairayapuram, it has brought a fresh start.
“Water is not just a need; it’s a right. Let’s ensure every village drinks safely.”
