The observers will visit different pockets every fortnight for at least two to three days to collect reports on the supply status.
The observers will also verify manual complaint registers and enquire about repaired tube-wells and the piped water supply system to ensure its functioning.
Their job brief also includes reporting to the government on the functioning of water supply and sanitation committees.
The observers will have to identify water scarcity pockets and intimate the ward water monitors.
"We have decided to stringently monitor drinking water supply.
The move to appoint water observers aims to strengthen the supply network," said Pheo superintending engineer C.R.
Jena.
The Pheo has also come up with other plans to supply water.
"We want to remain alert for which such steps are necessary.
We have a 24×7 control room for complaints."