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VOL. 6, ISSUE 4 (2024)
Assessment of drinking water quality and hygiene practice status in the areas of Muktagacha Municipality in Mymensingh district of Bangladesh
Authors
Mrittika Das Durba, Md. Rakibul Hassan
Abstract
Muktagacha Upazila is located in the north-central region of
Bangladesh. This study was to evaluate the drinking water quality and hygiene
practice status of Muktagacha Municipality. From 27 different locations of 9
Wards, water samples were collected in Muktagacha Municipality. A
cross-sectional field survey design was conducted to gather data related to
water supply, sanitation, and hygiene practice status in the area. It was found
that the levels of DO, pH, EC, TDS from the water samples were
within or near to standard level for drinking. But in bacteriological test,
some water samples exceeded their standard limit. Most of the people in
Muktagacha rely on submersible pumps for drinking water, some others use tube
wells and a few people depend on supply water. The study found that there were
inadequate sanitation infrastructure and poor hygiene conditions in many
places. A significant number of people do not use dustbins to dispose of their
waste. Contaminated water sources and poor hygiene behaviors have contributed
to waterborne illnesses. Improving the drainage system, implementing efficient
waste management measures and promoting hygiene education programs are
essential for ensuring good hygienic conditions as well as enhancing the
quality of public health.
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Pages:18-27
How to cite this article:
Mrittika Das Durba, Md. Rakibul Hassan "Assessment of drinking water quality and hygiene practice status in the areas of Muktagacha Municipality in Mymensingh district of Bangladesh". International Journal of Ecology and Environmental Sciences, Vol 6, Issue 4, 2024, Pages 18-27
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