Minister of Public Works Inspects Borehole Construction in Nganjuk
Nganjuk (ANTARA) - The Minister of Public Works (PU), Dody Hanggodo, directly inspected the borehole construction in Nganjuk, East Java, to maintain water availability, particularly for agriculture in the area.
The Minister of PU stated that the borehole construction is a rapid response to residents’ complaints regarding the condition of agricultural land in Desa Oro-oro Ombo, Kecamatan Ngetos, Nganjuk Regency. The agricultural land in this area is barren and lacks water sources.
“Geoelectric test results indicate that the drilling depth reaches approximately 150 metres. Currently, two points have begun to be worked on,” Dody said in Nganjuk on Saturday.
He added that the drilling process is targeted to soon produce clean water that can be utilised by the community and farmers. The well is expected not only to irrigate paddy fields but also to meet community needs.
His side emphasised that the borehole construction is targeted to meet water needs for 233 households or around 780 people at the borehole site, including Desa Oro-oro Ombo, Nganjuk.
In addition, irrigation services could potentially reach up to 120 hectares of agricultural land.
Besides the geoelectric survey results, which indicate groundwater potential at a depth of about 130 to 150 metres, the water discharge is estimated at 2 to 5 litres per second, entering the Brantas CAT groundwater system.
“Hopefully, within one month, water can flow and be utilised,” he said.
“Don’t be wasteful, so that our grandchildren won’t have difficulty getting water later,” he said.
In addition to boreholes, the Ministry of PU also plans to build a Drinking Water Supply System (SPAM) in the area. This programme is expected to improve access to clean water as well as the quality of life of the community.
It is hoped that with this programme, water availability can be maintained throughout the year. Thus, it can increase planting intensity, thereby improving community welfare.
Meanwhile, the Head of Desa Oro-Oro Ombo, Nganjuk, Bismoko, said that the borehole assistance originated from the village’s application to the Ministry of PU.
He revealed that the ongoing challenge has been the lack of water availability. Of the total 135 hectares of agricultural land in the area, water stocks diminish when entering the second planting season.
He added that the system in his area relies on rain-fed agriculture, thus truly utilising available water.
His side expressed gratitude for this assistance, as it greatly helps the farmers in his village. Thus, farmers no longer have to worry about water supply.