Pune Gets ₹842-Crore Boost for Modernising Sewage Treatment Plants
The state government has approved a ₹842-crore project to modernise Pune’s sewage treatment plants (STPs) under the public-private partnership (PPP) model, with significant financial support from the central and state governments.
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As per the approved plan, the Centre will contribute ₹252.86 crore, the state government will provide ₹210.71 crore, and the Pune Municipal Corporation (PMC) will bear ₹20.49 crore. The remaining investment will be made by a private partner.
Additional municipal commissioner Prithviraj BP said that PMC had set up 10 STPs before 2008, but these facilities, based on outdated technology, are no longer functioning effectively. “The central government issued guidelines asking all local bodies to upgrade their sewage treatment plants for better efficiency. Accordingly, PMC prepared a modernisation plan and submitted it to both state and central governments,” he said.
The programme is implemented under the AMRUT scheme. Of the 10 older STPs, the Naidu STP has been demolished and replaced with a new facility. The remaining nine plants will now be modernised. PMC has already begun the tendering process for these works. PMC is constructing 11 new STPs with assistance from the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA).
According to the civic officials, Pune generates around 990 million litres per day (MLD) of sewage, of which only 550 MLD is currently treated. Once the JICA project and modernisation of older plants are completed, the civic body claims it will have the capacity to treat all sewage generated in the city.
The modernisation of these plants is crucial for improving the city's environmental health and ensuring that untreated sewage does not pollute water bodies. The project is expected to enhance the overall quality of life for Pune residents and contribute to sustainable urban development.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the total cost of the modernisation project for Pune's sewage treatment plants?
The total cost of the modernisation project for Pune's sewage treatment plants is ₹842 crore.
How much will the central government contribute to the project?
The central government will contribute ₹252.86 crore to the project.
What is the role of the Pune Municipal Corporation (PMC) in this project?
The Pune Municipal Corporation (PMC) will bear ₹20.49 crore of the project cost and is responsible for the tendering process and implementation of the modernisation plan.
How many new STPs is PMC constructing with assistance from the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA)?
PMC is constructing 11 new STPs with assistance from the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA).
What is the current sewage treatment capacity of Pune, and what will it be after the project is completed?
Currently, Pune treats 550 million litres per day (MLD) of sewage, and after the project is completed, the city will have the capacity to treat all 990 MLD of sewage generated daily.
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