Department of Water Supply and Sewerage Management
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Jurisdiction
Nepal
NepalHeadquartersPanipokhari, Maharajgunj (Kathmandu)
Annual budgetNRs 20.72 Billion (FY 2080/81)
Minister responsible
- Kamal Raj Shrestha, Director General
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| Department overview | |
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| Jurisdiction | Nepal |
| Headquarters | Panipokhari, Maharajgunj (Kathmandu) |
| Annual budget | NRs 20.72 Billion (FY 2080/81) |
| Minister responsible |
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| Parent Department | Ministry of Water Supply, Government of Nepal |
| Website | https://www.dwssm.gov.np |
The Department of Water Supply and Sewerage Management (DoWSSM) is a department under the Ministry of Water Supply of Nepal, responsible planning implementing, operation and repair/maintenance of water supply and sanitation systems.[1][2]
Department of Water Supply and Sewerage Management was established in 1972 AD while the works were previously carried out by Department of Irrigation. The water supply coverage has reported to reach to 87.88% and sewerage to 99% in July 2018.[3]
