Haryana Sets December 2027 Deadline for Yamuna Water Quality Improvement Projects
Haryana sets a December 2027 deadline for Yamuna water improvement projects

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Haryana Chief Secretary Anurag Rastogi has mandated all departments to expedite projects aimed at improving water quality in the Yamuna River, with a completion deadline set for December 31, 2027. This includes sewage treatment and pollution control initiatives across the state.
- 01The Haryana government aims to enhance Yamuna water quality through a comprehensive action plan focusing on sewage and industrial waste management.
- 02Projects to increase sewage treatment capacity by over 425 million litres per day (MLD) are currently in various stages of development.
- 03Key initiatives include upgrading the 10-MLD sewage treatment plant at Jattal Road in Panipat and establishing six micro-STPs in Karnal district.
- 04The chief secretary emphasized strict compliance with discharge standards and regular monitoring to prevent pollution.
- 05Major infrastructure projects in Gurugram, Faridabad, Panipat, Sonipat, and Rohtak are expected to significantly boost wastewater treatment capacity.
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Haryana Chief Secretary Anurag Rastogi has urged all relevant departments to hasten the execution of projects aimed at improving the water quality of the Yamuna River and its tributaries, setting a firm deadline of December 31, 2027. In a recent high-level meeting, Rastogi highlighted the Haryana government's commitment to maintaining a clean and pollution-free Yamuna through a coordinated and technology-driven approach. Significant progress has been reported in the development of sewage treatment plants (STPs) and common effluent treatment plants (CETPs), with projects designed to increase sewage treatment capacity by over 425 million litres per day (MLD). Notable initiatives include upgrading the existing 10-MLD STP at Jattal Road, Panipat, and establishing six micro-STPs in Karnal district. The meeting also addressed the need for strict adherence to discharge standards and emphasized the importance of monitoring and enforcement to prevent illegal waste dumping. Major infrastructure projects in urban areas like Gurugram and Faridabad are advancing, which are expected to significantly enhance the state's wastewater treatment capabilities.
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The initiatives are expected to significantly improve the water quality of the Yamuna River, benefiting local communities and ecosystems.
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