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Algerian Minister of Hydraulics announces measures to secure drinking water supply
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During a visit to Souk Ahras, Lounès Bouzegza, the Minister of Hydraulics, emphasized the state's absolute priority on ensuring a regular supply of drinking water. He highlighted that this mission is a "national absolute priority" requiring coordinated central and local efforts. The ministry is implementing a policy focused on water security through optimizing existing infrastructure and valuing available resources, with a strong emphasis on field monitoring and rapid interventions to correct distribution imbalances. The minister announced an increase in Souk Ahras's water supply quota from the Aïn Dalia dam, raising it from 20,000 to 30,000 m³ per day. He also mentioned a strategic project to connect the Oued Djedra and Aïn Dalia dams, transferring 40,000 m³ of water to a treatment plant to address an estimated daily deficit of 28,000 m³. The region benefits from significant storage and production capacities, including three dams, 367 reservoirs, and 46 pumping stations. Additionally, a water transfer project from the Ouldjet Mellègue dam to the Oued Kebrit phosphate plant, spanning 30 km, was launched. The minister also addressed the issue of water loss, noting that over 40% of drinking water is lost due to leaks and illegal connections. He stressed the need for rational water use and enhanced control mechanisms. During his visit to Aïn Senour, he oversaw the commissioning of a 1,000 m³ reservoir and urged the acceleration of ongoing projects for completion before summer 20
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