The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Rural Area Drinking Water Supply Scheme Act 1985 provides the legal framework for planning, implementing, and managing drinking water supply schemes in rural areas of the province. The Act empowers the Public Health Engineering Department (PHED) to design, construct, operate, and maintain water supply infrastructure, ensuring access to safe and reliable drinking water for rural communities.
It defines the roles and responsibilities of government authorities, local committees, and community stakeholders in monitoring and sustaining water services. The Act also establishes mechanisms for funding, cost recovery, and quality control to ensure long-term sustainability of rural water supply projects.
This legislation serves as a foundational reference for WASHNet and its partners, guiding the delivery of rural water services in line with provincial regulations, promoting community involvement, and supporting the province’s goal of universal access to safe drinking water.