Is Your Tap Water Safe? Expert Reveals 17 Mandatory Tests for Purity

• District Water Testing Laboratory, Balod, a NABL-accredited lab, ensures safe drinking water.
• Water quality is tested on 16-17 parameters including physical, chemical, and bacteriological (E. coli).
• Samples are coded for impartial testing; results take 24-48 hours to determine potability.
• Key parameters checked include calcium, salt, pH, TDS, hardness, and turbidity, all vital for health.
• Experts advise periodic home water testing to prevent waterborne diseases and raise awareness.

Why It Matters: NABL-accredited labs ensure tap water safety through 17 tests; regular home testing is crucial for health.