Functions

• Planning, construction and maintenance of Rural Drinking Water Supply & Sanitation Schemes including Sewage Systems.
• Laying standards and specifications for various types of construction materials/equipment used in water supply and sanitation projects including sewage treatment and Solid Waste Management like various types of pipes, pumping machinery & other allied equipment.
• Research and material testing pertaining to PHE sector projects.
• Water Quality Monitoring/Mapping including maintenance of water quality data base.
• Determination of rates of supply to consumers in bulk and otherwise and prescribed tariff (only in the case of private/public undertakings)
• Levy and collection of fees, etc. for provision of supply of water for drinking purposes & Sanitation services including Sewage Treatment Plants and Solid Waste Management.
• Services matters, except those entrusted to Establishment and Administration Department.