Cachar Administration makes water quality tests mandatory for hotels, restaurants

way2barak , September 25 :—In a decisive move to strengthen public health safety and ensure access to safe drinking water across Cachar, the district administration has directed all hotels, restaurants, and similar establishments to mandatorily conduct monthly water quality tests. The order, issued by Additional District Commissioner Antara Sen, ACS, came into immediate effect on Wednesday and underscores the administration’s firm commitment to safeguarding consumers against potential health hazards.

As per the directive, every establishment providing drinking water to guests and the public will now be required to get their water samples tested for essential physical, chemical, and microbiological parameters in line with Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) norms. The tests must be carried out through the Public Health Engineering Department (PHED) or other laboratories recognized by it. The administration has further stipulated that reports of these tests be submitted to the designated authority including the District Health Officer, Silchar Municipal Corporation, or the concerned licensing body by the 10th of every subsequent month.

The Cachar PHED has also been tasked with facilitating timely testing services and maintaining a centralized database of all reports. Officials said this measure will not only help detect potential contaminants but also ensure a transparent record of compliance across commercial establishments.

Significantly, the order carries a strong warning against violations. Non-compliance will attract legal action under the Public Health Act, the Food Safety and Standards Act, and other applicable laws. Authorities said the step is preventive in nature and aligns with ongoing efforts of the Cachar administration to improve the district’s health infrastructure and promote a safe living environment for residents.

Meanwhile,the directive has been widely welcomed by citizens, with many hailing it as a proactive step by the administration to check water-borne diseases and improve accountability in public-facing establishments. By making water quality monitoring a monthly practice, the district administration has sought to instill both responsibility and transparency among hoteliers and restaurant owners while reinforcing its commitment to public health and safety.

This is stated in a press release issued from Regional office of Information & Public Relations Barak valley Zone Silchar Assam.