Well Installation for a Sukumbasi Community

“Sukumbasi” refers to landless families who live without

legal ownership of land and often lack access to basic

services like clean water, sanitation, and electricity. As a

result, they rely on unsafe and temporary solutions for

daily needs.

-Before this project, the community depended on an open, contaminated well, leading to illnesses such as diarrhea and stomach infections. With no access to public water and no permission to use nearby private sources, families had no choice but to use unsafe water.

-A new well was installed to provide a safe and reliable water source. It was properly constructed, covered to prevent contamination, and placed in an accessible location, with community involvement for ongoing care.

-More than 100 people now have access to clean drinking water. Health and hygiene have improved, and families save time and energy. The project has also restored dignity and brought hope to the community.

-This well has transformed daily life for over 100 people by meeting a critical need. Ongoing care and support will help ensure lasting impact.

A new water tap has been installed in Sombare

village in the Udaypur district. This community is

made up primarily of Rai, Shrestha, and Magar

families, most of whom face financial hardship and

rely on farming and daily wage labor.

Before this tap was installed, several households had

to walk about 100 meters to collect water from an old

well near the river. The well was in poor condition,

and the path was often muddy and unsafe, especially

during the rainy season. Carrying heavy containers

made the journey difficult, and the water was not

always clean.

With the installation of this tap, more than 35 people

now have safe and easy access to water for daily

needs. It has improved hygiene, reduced illness, and

eased the burden of collecting water.

Overall, this project has made a meaningful

difference in the community’s daily life. Thank you to

Quenched for making this possible.

A new well in Pandubi village, located in the Siraha

District of southern Nepal, marks a meaningful

milestone for the community. The village is home to

families from the Yadav, Paswan, and Mahato

communities, most of whom face financial hardship.

Access to clean drinking water has been a major challenge.

Before this well was installed, existing wells provided

unsafe water with a strong odor, forcing many families

to travel long distances. Some households relied on

neighbors for water, which sometimes led to tension.

With support from Quenched, a new well was installed

in a central, accessible location. It now provides clean,

safe water for daily use and serves as a shared resource

for the community, reducing both the burden of travel

and conflicts between neighbors.

Today, more than 115 people benefit from this well.

Access to clean water close to home has significantly

improved daily life. Thank you to Quenched for making

this possible.

A well has been installed in Mahanaur Tole, Siraha

District, in southern Nepal. This area is home to a

marginalized community, mainly made up of Musahar,

Paswan, and other low-income families who struggle to

meet basic needs, including access to safe drinking

water.



Before the well, eight households had no nearby water

source and depended on others. The nearest water

point was about 250 meters away, requiring multiple

daily trips and often leading to long waits or unkind

treatment.

Since Quenched installed the well, there has been a

significant improvement. These families now have easy

access to clean water, saving time and reducing their

daily burden. Others in the community also benefit

when needed.



The well has strengthened unity, as people now gather,

connect, and support one another. It has also created

opportunities to share the Gospel—one woman has

accepted Christ, and others are open to learning more.

This well is meeting both physical and spiritual needs,

bringing lasting impact to the community.

A new well has been installed in Beli Tole, Siraha

District, where most residents are from Musahar

families. Many in this community are very poor and

did not have their own water sources, so they relied

on neighbors for their daily needs.



Before the well was installed, about five households

struggled greatly to access water. They had to walk

around 150 meters each time they needed water,

carrying heavy containers back and forth. This was

especially difficult for women, children, and the

elderly, particularly during the hot summer months

or the rainy season.

The difficulty was not only the distance. Neighbors

were not always welcoming—people were often

scolded, made to wait for long periods, or denied

water at certain times. Collecting enough water for

drinking, cooking, and washing was exhausting, and

children sometimes missed school to help their

families.

A new well has been installed in Beli Tole, Siraha

District, where most residents are from Musahar

families. Many in this community are very poor and

did not have their own water sources, so they relied

on neighbors for their daily needs.



Before the well was installed, about five households

struggled greatly to access water. They had to walk

around 150 meters each time they needed water,

carrying heavy containers back and forth. This was

especially difficult for women, children, and the

elderly, particularly during the hot summer months

or the rainy season.

The difficulty was not only the distance. Neighbors

were not always welcoming—people were often

scolded, made to wait for long periods, or denied

water at certain times. Collecting enough water for

drinking, cooking, and washing was exhausting, and

children sometimes missed school to help their

families.

My name is Raso Majhi. This well is installed in Musahari

Tole, Birta village, in the Sarlahi district of southern

Nepal. Most families here have very limited financial

resources, and access to clean water has been a major

challenge.

Our previous wells were shallow, under 100 feet, and

produced yellow, foul-smelling water due to high iron

content, which affected our health. Many people were

often sick, yet we had no choice but to use it. Only one or

two wells provided somewhat clean water.



We learned clean water could be found at around 180

feet, but drilling that deep was too expensive for daily

wage laborers. Our request to the local ward was denied

due to lack of budget, and some families had no well at

all.

Finally, we approached the church for help. With the

community’s agreement, this well was installed along the

roadside for everyone to access.

Today, more than 235 people benefit from this 184-foot-

deep well, which now provides clean water close to home.

It has brought new hope and ended our long

struggle. On behalf of our community, we sincerely thank the

Quenched team and the church for their support.