Water problem in Mozrov village resolved

The following is an official press release by Viva-MTS.

Infrastructure development in remote communities is one of the project priorities for both Viva-MTS and FPWC. Within the framework of the "Eco Village Network" initiative, respective measures have been taken to improve the water supply in Vayots Dzor region. For years, the residents of Mozrov and Gnishik communities have been using the same water line, whereas now they will no longer need to wait their queue to irrigate their lands or irrigate their lands insufficiently.

Within a few years separate systems were built and put into operation for the two villages of Gnishik community. The most recent project was implemented in Mozrov. A new water line of about 1 km was built. Now there is enough water and enough water pressure that will certainly make the villagers life much easier. The official launch of the system on the site was done via a video call held by the heads of partner organizations.

“Development of infrastructures in the regions has always been a priority for us. I am happy to say about yet another achievement in this direction. The efforts required investments, and equally needed coordinated work and patience. Life is different in a village; it requires more diligence. People here need a chance to cultivate land and to get crops. We have done our best to achieve the objective,” Viva-MTS General Manager Ralph Yirikian said in a video call.

"Once again, we did our best to gradually implement the idea standing behind the eco-villages. This is an important goal. It is necessary to create a clean environment in the communities, where people and nature co-exist in harmony. That's the way to build a healthy future," said Ruben Khachatryan, head of the Foundation for the Preservation of Wildlife and Cultural Assets.

The efficiency of building and operating new systems is major issue for the residents of the villages. The neighboring villages have it solved now; there are no more disputes over using water. Locals are more confident for their future.

According to the administrative head of the community Mr. Ara Levonyan, now there is 24 hour water supply in Mozrov and Gnishik communities that ensure a normal life for all villagers engaged in agriculture. Another advantage is that it is now possible to irrigate huge territories through drip irrigation systems.

Overall, as a result of two years’ work, a 4950m long pipeline, 5 separation junctions and 31 individual connection points have been constructed.

About “Eco villages network” project

Eco villages network includes selected intentional or traditional communities throughout Armenia, that are consciously designed through locally owned, participatory processes to regenerate their social, cultural, economic and natural environments.

The core idea behind the whole concept of the ecovillages is integrating the four dimensions of sustainability – ecological, economic, cultural and social – through integral, participatory design.

The project is a new format of the long-term cooperation between the Foundation for the Preservation of Wildlife and Cultural Assets (FPWC), Viva-MTS and the Global Ecovillages Network (GEN) in the field of environmental protection and sustainable use of natural resources.

About FPWC

The Foundation for the Preservation of Wildlife and Cultural Assets (FPWC) was founded in Y2002. FPWC is a member organization of the International Union for the Conservation of Nature (IUCN) since Y2012.

FPWC’s mission is to publicize the unique natural heritage of Armenia and the importance of biodiversity conservation, environmental issues and the importance of preserving nature. We aim to reduce human and wildlife conflict and its consequences to reduce the risks of endangered species of flora and fauna.

Biodiversity conservation, environmental education, community development and public awareness are the main directions of our activities.

About Viva-MTS

Viva-MTS (MTS Armenia CJSC) is Armenia’s leading telecommunications operator, having the widest network reach and spreading a wide range of Voice and Data services all across Armenia. Having the best of the Armenian people interest at heart since its launch on 1st July 2005 and in a short period of time Viva-MTS has managed to build a nationwide network and a considerable customer base. Viva-MTS drives innovation and aims at always being at the forefront of any development serving the Armenian mobile communications market.  The company follows the guidance provided by ISO 26000 (International Standard of Social Responsibility) and ISO/IEC 27001:2013 (Information Security Management System). For more information visit www.mts.am

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