A significant meeting of the Jal Nal Anurakshak Sangh was held at Thakurwadi in Belhar block, Banka district. The meeting was presided over by Sitaram Pal, the Banka district president of the association. The primary agenda of the meeting was to discuss the long-pending issues and honorarium-related problems faced by the anurakshaks (caretakers) of the 'Har Ghar Nal Ka Jal' scheme.

During the meeting, assurances were given to provide facilities to the anurakshaks as per government guidelines. Many caretakers raised concerns about not receiving their honorarium for several years. Furthermore, issues such as lack of compensation for private land used for the water supply scheme were also highlighted.

Members recalled a previous protest, an indefinite fast, led by state president Ganesh Chaudhary in Gardanibagh, Patna, which lasted over a month. At that time, the government had assured that no injustice would be done to the anurakshaks and their demands regarding honorarium and other issues would be addressed.

The meeting also saw the formation of a new committee for the Belhar block. Amit Kumar Shah was unanimously appointed as the block president, and Amit Kumar Singh (from Bahorna Ward-9) was nominated as the block secretary. A treasurer was also selected. The anurakshaks congratulated the newly appointed officials, expressing hope that they would effectively communicate their problems to the government and work towards their resolution.