They have been operating and maintaining the scheme effectively for the last few years, without any external incentives. The Tunnel - a community initiative to dig through the hill and save on pipe costs. Participatory assessment of demand creates total involvement of the community. Demand can be accurately identified by the community, through facilitation by experts in participatory approaches. 2000 liter water lank for a gravity-fed system chosen by the community from a range of technology options.
Social preparation depends upon the dedication and skills of the field facilitators.
Effective social preparation helps the community to identify and prioritize its needs and preferences. Demand creates ownership within the community, which is demonstrated later through the community's decision-making, commitment, contribution and involvement in every stage of the scheme. Participatory demand assessment creates the willingness to invest. Project planning and implementation at the lowest appropriate level maximizes tire use of local information. RWSS Projects planned and implemented at the lowest appropriate level allows for the inclusion of maximum local information, which helps the community in resource mobilization.