20th Reverse Osmosis Water Purification Plant: A Lifeline for Wanni Helabewa Village

On the 29th of August, we proudly opened our 20th Reverse Osmosis (R.O.) Water Purification Plant, bringing much-needed relief to the people of Wanni Helabewa in the Elayapaththuwa region of Anuradhapura District. This remarkable achievement was made possible through the generous support of the Ratnatunga Charity Projects, marking their second collaboration with the Foundation of Goodness.

In Sri Lanka, waterborne diseases, including chronic kidney disease (CKD), are a growing health crisis in rural areas. According to the World Health Organisation (WHO), one in five people in the North Central Province suffers from CKD, often due to contaminated water sources. The new R.O. plant will serve over 300 families, benefiting more than 1,200 people across four villages. With 35 residents already diagnosed with kidney disease, the need for clean, safe water cannot be overstated.

The nearest clean water source was located 4 km away, forcing villagers to rely on unsafe water for daily use. By providing them with a reliable and accessible source of purified water, this project will help combat the spread of kidney disease and other waterborne illnesses, significantly improving health outcomes for the community.

Safe water is fundamental to human health, yet globally, nearly 2.2 billion people lack access to safely managed drinking water (UNICEF/WHO). By addressing this issue, the Foundation of Goodness, alongside Ratnatunga Charity Projects, is making a profound impact on the lives of Wanni Helabewa’s residents, offering them not only better health but also hope for a brighter future.