New Delhi –In a remarkable stride towards urban sustainability and river rejuvenation, the Government of India under the Namami Gange Mission 2.0 has successfully completed seven major sewerage infrastructure projects in the second half of FY 2024–25. Spanning key regions of Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, and Delhi, these projects represent a critical intervention in sustainable urban planning and wastewater management.
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With these additions, the total installed capacity under the Namami Gange Program has now reached 3,722 MLD, covering 157 Sewage Treatment Plants (STPs) across Ganga basin states.
Urban Infrastructure Meets River Rejuvenation
At the heart of these developments lies a fusion of modern engineering and environmental planning. These projects are designed not just as utility infrastructure but as critical tools in restoring the ecological sanctity of major rivers such as the Ganga, Yamuna, Saryu, Kali West, and Hindon.
Some of the key completions include:
- 47.70 MLD STP at Farrukhabad (U.P.) – Developed at ₹261 crore, this advanced facility integrates an interception and diversion network, helping cleanse the Ganga in this region.
- 33 MLD STP at Ayodhya (U.P.) – A ₹222 crore project targeting the sacred Saryu River, reinforcing Ayodhya’s spiritual and environmental importance.
- 32.50 MLD STP at Muzaffarnagar (U.P.) – Valued at ₹234 crore, supporting the cleanup of the Kali West and Hindon rivers.
- 10 MLD STP at Bakhtiyarpur (Bihar) – ₹85 crore invested in tackling pollution downstream of the Ganga.
- 7 MLD STP at Fatuha & 6 MLD at Phulwari Sharif (Bihar) – Small yet vital additions to Bihar’s sewerage management under the DBOT model.
Delhi Leads with Asia’s Largest STP
A standout among the developments is Asia’s largest Sewage Treatment Plant at Okhla, Delhi, boasting a 564 MLD capacity. With a massive investment of ₹666 crore, the plant utilizes A2O (Anaerobic-Anoxic-Oxic) technology in compliance with NGT norms. This mega project is a major intervention aimed at the revival of the Yamuna River.
Tech-Driven Planning and Hybrid Models
Most projects are implemented via innovative PPP frameworks such as the Hybrid Annuity Model (HAM) and Design-Build-Operate-Transfer (DBOT), ensuring not only execution excellence but also operational sustainability.
FY 2024–25 Sees 15 Projects Completed
Earlier in the fiscal year, eight other pollution control projects—including in Patna-Danapur, Maner, Kairana, Lucknow, Munger, Mirzapur, Ghazipur, and Bareilly—were completed, bringing the total number of successful completions this year to 15, with an overall investment of ₹3,184 crore.
Urbanists Take Note
The Namami Gange Mission 2.0 represents a pivotal moment in India’s urban-river integration strategy—blending civic infrastructure with environmental preservation. It sets a precedent for architecture and planning professionals to prioritize river-centric urban design, sustainable STP architectures, and tech-integrated environmental solutions in future city planning efforts.