Haryana Pollution Control Board Engages Residents on Sewage Treatment Plant Maintenance
HSPCB sensitise RWAs on STP upkeep, flags sewage norm violations
Hindustan Times
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The Haryana State Pollution Control Board (HSPCB) hosted a workshop with 25 residents' welfare associations (RWAs) from sectors along the Dwarka Expressway to discuss wastewater management and sewage treatment plant (STP) upkeep. Key topics included maintenance practices and compliance with sewage discharge regulations.
- 01HSPCB held a workshop for RWAs to address wastewater management issues.
- 02Focus was on STP maintenance and reducing reliance on illegal tankers.
- 03Zero sewage discharge is mandatory for housing societies generating over 20,000 litres per day.
- 04Concerns were raised about under-capacity STPs in some societies.
- 05A sanitation drive against single-use plastic was also conducted in Badshahpur village.
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The Haryana State Pollution Control Board (HSPCB) organized a workshop for 25 residents' welfare associations (RWAs) from sectors 102 to 114 along the Dwarka Expressway and Manesar to tackle issues related to improper wastewater disposal and the maintenance of sewage treatment plants (STPs). Akansha Tanwar, the regional officer of HSPCB (Gurugram North), emphasized the importance of regular STP upkeep and reducing reliance on illegal tankers. She stated that the use of such tankers is prohibited and that enforcement measures, including inspections, are being implemented. The workshop also highlighted the necessity for housing societies generating over 20,000 litres per day to ensure zero sewage discharge. Concerns about the capacity of STPs in certain societies were raised, with RWAs advised to evaluate and upgrade their treatment systems accordingly. Additionally, the HSPCB conducted a sanitation drive in Badshahpur village, promoting eco-friendly practices and distributing jute bags to encourage villagers to reduce single-use plastic.
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This initiative aims to enhance wastewater management practices, ensuring cleaner environments for residents and compliance with pollution norms.
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