Algerian Minister of Water, Lounas Bouzagza, visited the Boumerdès province on Tuesday to inspect the water supply. He was accompanied by the province's governor and local authorities. The visit aimed to assess the restoration of water supply to the municipalities in Boumerdès and Algiers. The water supply had been disrupted due to a technical issue with the main distribution channel.

The disruption occurred after a soil landslide affected the 2000mm diameter main distribution channel in the Boudouaou area. The minister's visit demonstrated the government's commitment to resolving the issue and ensuring continuity of the public service. The ministry reported that the water supply was restored in a short period, thanks to the coordinated efforts of various services and institutions involved.

During his visit, Minister Bouzagza commended the efforts of all teams and personnel involved in resolving the issue. He praised the level of coordination that enabled the rapid restoration of the water supply. The minister also emphasized the importance of completing the necessary repairs to ensure the network's stability.

The restoration of the water supply was met with relief and satisfaction from the local residents. They appreciated the swift intervention and efforts made to restore the service in a short period. The minister's field inspection and follow-up on the various stages of intervention and repair demonstrated his commitment to the issue.

The Boumerdès province and Algiers are now receiving a stable water supply through the distribution network. The minister assured that the necessary repairs would be completed to ensure the network's stability. The government has been working to prevent similar disruptions in the future.

The recent incident highlights the importance of maintaining and upgrading the water supply infrastructure in Algeria. The government has been investing in the sector to improve the efficiency and reliability of the water supply network. The minister's visit to Boumerdès demonstrates the government's commitment to providing essential services to its citizens.

The water supply issue in Boumerdès has been resolved, and the local residents are now receiving a stable water supply. The government's swift intervention and coordination with various services and institutions ensured the rapid restoration of the service. The incident also highlights the importance of continued investment in the water supply sector to prevent similar disruptions in the future.

Key points

  • The Algerian government restored water supply to Boumerdès and Algiers after a technical issue disrupted the main distribution channel.
  • Minister Lounas Bouzagza inspected the water supply in Boumerdès and commended the efforts of teams involved in resolving the issue.
  • The government has been working to prevent similar disruptions and improve the efficiency and reliability of the water supply network.

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