WASHINGTON, January 16, 2019 – The World Bank Board of Executive Directors today approved financing for the following project:
Shimla Water Supply and Sewerage Service Delivery Reform Programmatic Development Policy Loan 1
IBRD Credit: US$40 million
Terms: Maturity = 15.5 years ; Grace period = 4 years
Project ID: P167246
Project Description: The Shimla Water Supply and Sewerage Service Delivery Reform Programmatic Development Policy Loan 1 will bring clean and reliable drinking water to the citizens of the greater Shimla area, who have been facing severe water shortages and water-borne epidemics over the last few years. The project plans to improve water supply and sanitation (WSS) services in and around the iconic hill city of Shimla.