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Civil Society Engagement in Kathmandu Water Reforms: Lessons and Outcomes

Explore the impact of civil society engagement in Kathmandu's water supply reforms, highlighting lessons learned, long-term commitments, and successful outcomes in the transition towards sustainable water management.

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Civil Society Engagement in Kathmandu Water Reforms: Lessons and Outcomes

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  1. World Water Forum IV Civil Society Engagement in Kathmandu Water Supply Reforms Nepal Experience NGO Forum for Urban Water and Sanitation 19th March 2006

  2. Water Stress

  3. Kathmandu Valley Water Supply Management Board Regulatory commission Water Utility Company Management Contractor Kathmandu Water Reforms 1. Institutional Reforms

  4. 2. Melamchi Water Supply Project • Melamchi Diversion scheme • Water treatment plants • Bulk distribution system • Distribution network improvement • Wastewater system improvement

  5. Context for Civil Society Engagement in the Reform Process • A policy analysis gap • Gap between the government and the civil society • No mechanism for communities to make their voice heard

  6. Impact made • Ensured availability of minimum water at an affordable price • Reduction in connection charge and inclusion of provisions for payment on an installment basis • Institutionalisation of the arrangement for community standpipes • Establishment of Low Income Customers Support Unit • Inclusion of an achievement indicator for ‘increasing coverage to unserved poor’ as an incentive for management contractor

  7. Long Term Commitment Continue to engage in the debate and document the process to try to ensure that the reform process meets the needs of the poor.

  8. Outcomes • Link with govt., donors and the civil society organisations • Mapping / data base created to help support the policy reform • Launch of ‘Call to Action’ to take immediate measures • Representation at KV Water Supply Management Board • Formation of National Steering Committee for Rain Water Harvesting Campaign • Review of implementation of ADB Water Policy in ADB supported other projects

  9. Lessons Learnt • Evidence based mapping / documentation is crucial to influence policy decision. • Capacity building of the civil society organisations is important. • Building positive relationship with the actors involved in the process help ease the work. • Keep the ball rolling!

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