NARAYANGANJ, Apr 23 (UNB): Access to clean water, a fundamental human necessity, has become a daily ordeal for thousands of residents in Narayanganj city, as the quality of water supplied through Wasa pipelines continues to deteriorate.
Despite having piped connections in most households, residents across the city report receiving foul-smelling, discoloured, and visibly contaminated water.
This has sparked serious concerns over public health, as increasing numbers of people report illnesses believed to be linked to the polluted supply.
Many residents complain of gastrointestinal issues, skin irritations and other health complications, which they attribute directly to using the tainted water.
What was once considered a basic right now feels like a distant luxury, they say.
According to several residents, the water is not only undrinkable but is also unfit for bathing or other household use.
"The stench is so strong, it lingers even after a shower," said Munira, a resident of the city.
"Washing your face with it causes itching and irritation," he said.
During visits to various neighbourhoods, the correspondent observed that while the water may appear clear when poured into white containers, it often carries a greyish or blackish tint, with visible dirt particles floating in it. Even after filtration, Wasa water remains unusable for many, forcing households to collect cooking water from distant deep tube wells.
