Konwewa Maha Vidyalaya (North Western Province)

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Konwewa Maha Vidyalaya (North Western Province)

Published on:February 17, 2026

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Project Description

Konwewa Maha Vidyalaya is located in Konwewa Village under the Maho Zonal Education Office in the Kurunegala District, North Western Province of Sri Lanka. The school serves nearly 500 students from Grade 1 to Grade 13, many of whom come from vulnerable and low-income families. Although the school had access to water supplied by the National Water Supply and Drainage Board, the internal water distribution system had become outdated and inadequate. With only a limited number of functioning taps, students faced long queues for drinking water and handwashing, while maintaining proper sanitation and hygiene standards remained challenging, particularly during dry periods. These limitations negatively affected student health, daily learning, and the overall school environment.

Location

Konwewa Village,
Maho Zonal Education Office,
Kurunegala District, North Western Province, Sri Lanka.

Reason to choose this project

The project was selected due to the inadequate internal water distribution system, which limited students’ and teachers’ access to safe water despite the availability of an external water supply. The lack of sufficient water points and deteriorated infrastructure created challenges for hygiene, sanitation, and daily school operations. This intervention was undertaken to improve water accessibility, strengthen sanitation facilities, and ensure a safe and sustainable water supply system throughout the school premises.

Activities We Have Done

Installed a new 140-meter pipeline network to distribute water across the school premises.
Renovated the existing cement water storage tank through repairs, protective treatment, and installation of a new steel cover.
Constructed a new iron water tank stand and installed 3 water storage tanks to increase storage capacity and improve water distribution.
Replaced and upgraded internal pipelines and water taps in all washroom facilities.
Installed 2 shower facilities with separate access for girls and boys.
Constructed a new cement handwashing unit.
Installed 5 new steel handwashing units and 5 porcelain handwashing points.
Rehabilitated 4 existing handwashing units.
Installed 4 new tap posts and 5 garden tap points.
Renovated the school garden pond area to support environmental and educational activities.

Community Contribution

Kansarmen SL Foundation implemented the project with technical and financial support from Stichting Kansarmen Sri Lanka. The school administration and local community actively supported project coordination, site preparation, and implementation activities throughout the project period.

Beneficiaries : 500 Direct | 1,200+ Indirect

Students: Nearly 500 (Grades 1–13)
Teachers and Staff: Included within direct beneficiaries
Indirect beneficiaries: Parents, visitors, and surrounding community members who benefit from improved school facilities and educational activities.

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Kansarmen SL Foundation

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