79 High-Rise Societies in Manesar Illegally Dump Wastewater, Survey Reveals
79 Manesar high-rises dumping wastewater illegally: MCM
Hindustan Times
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A survey by the Municipal Corporation of Manesar (MCM) found that 79 high-rise residential societies are illegally disposing of untreated wastewater through private tankers due to a lack of proper sewer connectivity. This practice raises serious concerns about environmental pollution and public health risks in the area.
- 0179 high-rise societies in Manesar are illegally dumping wastewater.
- 02All surveyed societies have functional sewage treatment plants (STPs) but lack sewer connectivity.
- 03Residents report foul smells and health concerns due to illegal dumping.
- 04The Haryana State Pollution Control Board is investigating the violations.
- 05Workshops on sewage disposal norms are planned for residents.
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A recent survey by the Municipal Corporation of Manesar (MCM) has uncovered that 79 high-rise residential societies in Manesar, Haryana, are illegally disposing of untreated wastewater via private tankers. This situation arises from the absence of proper sewer connectivity, despite all societies having functional sewage treatment plants (STPs). The survey, conducted over three months, assessed compliance with sewage disposal norms among 79 of the 114 high-rise societies in the area. Residents have expressed concerns about the health risks and unpleasant odors caused by the illegal dumping of wastewater on barren land parcels. Nijesh Kumar, executive engineer of MCM, confirmed that the societies are violating disposal norms. The Haryana State Pollution Control Board (HSPCB) is taking action against these violations and encourages residents to ensure their STPs operate correctly. Workshops are also planned to educate residents on proper sewage disposal practices. The completion of a 69-km sewer network is essential for connecting STPs to the main sewage lines, with approximately 66.5 km still pending.
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The illegal dumping of wastewater poses serious health risks to residents, contributing to foul odors and potential contamination of the local environment.
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