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Drinking Water: The Difference Between Official Reports and Public Observations

Debates over the inefficiency of drinking water infrastructure projects in Uzbekistan are intensifying.

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 “YukSalish” National Movement’s latest monitoring, based on public control, noted that water supply projects announced as implemented in certain regions and districts are not fully operational in practice.

According to the monitoring:

Qashqadaryo region’s Dehqonobod district has a water pipeline built, but the population is not connected to it.

Qarshi and Ghuzor cities have water networks, but they are not effectively providing water supply.

Andijon region’s Asaka district, however, provides water to the population only two days a week.

These situations are causing public dissatisfaction, indicating significant differences between official information and public opinion in some places.

“Ozsuvtaminot” JSC, however, has rejected the conclusions of the “YukSalish” movement, accusing them of disseminating incorrect information, being biased, and conducting monitoring without the participation of experts.

In response, the “YukSalish” movement has stated that all information was obtained from local populations and official sources, and observations were documented with exact addresses and dates. According to the representatives of the movement, this monitoring was conducted to expose public discontent, ensure transparency, and foster public participation.

Experts indicate that such contradictory situations demonstrate the need to strengthen public control to enhance the efficiency of social infrastructure projects.

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