GWI opens 6th bottle refilling station at Grove

The Guyana Water Incorporated (GWI) has officially launched its sixth Bottle Refilling Station at Grove, East Bank Demerara, providing residents of Grove, Diamond and surrounding communities with greater access to safe, affordable drinking water.

The facility was declared opened on Sunday, with residents benefiting from free five-gallon refills throughout the launch. From tomorrow, customers will be able to refill their five-gallon bottles for just $100.

Speaking at the ceremony, GWI CEO, Mr. Shaik Baksh, explained that the initiative was conceptualised by His Excellency, President Dr. Mohamed Irfaan Ali, as part of the PPP/C Government’s efforts to make safe drinking water more accessible and affordable.

He noted that the initiative complements GWI’s ongoing investments in water treatment and distribution.

He disclosed that additional stations are being established across the country, with facilities at Bartica, Region 7, and Mon Repos on the East Coast Demerara, expected to be commissioned soon.

Executive Director of Customer Relations and Commercial Services, Ms. Roylene Haripersaud-Bovell, encouraged households to take full advantage of the service, reiterating GWI’s commitment to making drinking water more accessible to communities across Guyana.
Meanwhile, Regional Chairman of Region Four, Clemsford Belgrave, described the facility as an important investment in the well-being of residents.

He commended the Government and GWI for introducing an initiative that allows households to obtain five gallons of drinking water for just $100, noting that the price represents significant savings.

Also attending the launch were GWI’s Executive Director of Finance, Mark David; Executive Director of Procurement, Dr. Christopher Vandeyar; Head of the Water Quality Department, Avinash Parsram; Communications Manager, Travis Bruce; Customer Relations Manager, Alicia Bacchus; Revenue Manager, Jallane Joseph, Billings Manager, Julie Ragnauth, Revenue Officer, Rhondell Nurse; Senior Engineer, Richard Dookie; other senior GWI officials; representatives of the Grove/Diamond Neighbourhood Democratic Council; and residents.