
Water Board aims to complete 31 STPs by Dasara
The Hindu
HMWS&SB wants to achieve 100% sewage treatment in city
Hyderabad Metropolitan Water Supply & Sewerage Board (HMWS&SB) is aiming to complete construction of the 31 sewage treatment plants (STPs) by Dasara this year to achieve 100% sewage treatment in the city.
The government had, in September this year, sanctioned ₹3,866 crore for upgrading the STPs to handle 1,259 million litres more of sewage per day over and above the existing capacity of 772 MLD. A study report by the government appointed consultant projected generation of 1,950 MLD of sewage in 10 years. Plans are to expand the STPs up to ORR, a statement from the Board said.
Besides, the government has sanctioned ₹1,200 crore for addressing drinking water needs of the areas within ORR. Orders have been issued for construction of reservoirs with combined capacity of 137 million litres and laying of pipelines for 2,100 kilometres to benefit a total of 20 lakh families. The works are targeted to be complete by the end of the year.