Tag: Wastewater

Pmc News: Pune to Deploy Leak Detection Squad as Water Losses Mount

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Facing growing concerns over water wastage, the Pune Municipal Corporation (PMC) will roll out a dedicated “leak detection squad” next month. The move aims to plug losses in the supply network and make better use of the city’s limited water resources. PMC sources said the city receives nearly 20 TMC of water every year, but about 40 percent never reaches homes. Losses occur due to evaporation, seepage in dams, and leakages in the pipeline system. Civic officials said the new squad will regularly inspect the network and repair damaged sections.…

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Let’s Talk Water: Bengaluru Startup Ecostp Bets on Natural Sewage Treatment to Tackle India’s Water Crisis

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With India’s population crossing 1.4 billion, and Karnataka alone home to nearly 1.5 crore people, sewage has become one of the country’s most pressing challenges. (ECOSTP) Most people do not understand sewage, and fewer still care about it. Speaking on South First’s Let’s Talk Water podcast, Tharun Kumar, CEO and Founder of ECOSTP, a Bengaluru-based startup reimagining wastewater treatment, highlighted how homebuyers often prioritise bathroom fittings, lakes or parks, but rarely check for the presence of a sewage treatment plant (STP). “Recently, even builders have started advertising on radio asking…

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Heavy Rains Keep Punjab Rivers in Spate, Relief Efforts Intensify

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The flood situation in Punjab has further intensified with incessant rain lashing several districts and rivers, including the Ghaggar and Beas, flowing in spate. The Ravi, which witnessed very high inflows last week, has inundated large parts of border towns and nearby villages. According to officials, improvement is expected only once water flow reduces and moves downstream. Many parts of Amritsar and surrounding villages have been severely impacted, with reports of extensive damage to houses, farmlands, and infrastructure. More than 1,000 villages have been affected due to overflowing rivers and…

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Honorable Union Jal Shakti Minister Shri C.R. Patil unveils ‘Jalkranti’, applauds Gujarat’s water conservation efforts.

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Ahmedabad witnessed a significant moment in the state’s water conservation journey with the launch of ‘Jalkranti’, a book authored by Shri Mansukh Suvagiya, widely regarded as the pioneer of Gujarat’s grassroots water revolution. The book was unveiled by Hon’ble Union Minister of Jal Shakti and President, BJP Gujarat, Shri C.R. Paatil, in the presence of senior Ministers, Members of Parliament, and social leaders. Addressing the gathering, Shri Paatil commended Shri Suvagiya’s decades-long commitment to water conservation, highlighting his leadership in the construction of more than 3,200 check dams and lakes…

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ROUNDTABLE CONFERENCE ON SWACHH BHARAT MISSION GRAMEEN (SBM-G) FOCUSES ON SUSTAINABILITY, COMMUNITY OWNERSHIP, AND CREDIBLE PROGRESS FOR SWACHH BHARAT MISSION

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The Department of Drinking Water and Sanitation convened a Roundtable Conference on Swachh Bharat Mission Grameen (SBM-G) at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi. The meeting brought together State Ministers and officials from 28 States/UTs to review progress and chart the next phase of rural sanitation. Union Minister Shri C.R. Patil praised collective achievements and stressed innovation, waste-to energy, and climate-resilient sanitation. He emphasized that SBM-G and JJM together ensure sustainable sanitation and water security. With every rural household receiving tap water through JJM, effective greywater management under SBM-G becomes crucial. The…

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Vietwater 2025 – The Premier Meeting Point for Vietnam’s Water Industry

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Vietnam’s  water sector is entering a period of strong development, emerging as a vital infrastructure industry that is drawing increasing attention from government bodies, businesses, and international investors. Against this backdrop, Vietwater 2025 reaffirms its role as the leading industry event, connecting domestic and global enterprises with the latest trends, technologies, and solutions. The exhibition will take place from October 22 to 24, 2025, at the SECC in Ho Chi Minh City, featuring over 400 exhibitors from 45 countries and welcoming more than 11,000 trade visitors. This year, Vietwater will…

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GVMC FAST-TRACKS RS 1,200 CR DESALINATION PLANT FOR VIZAG

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The Greater Visakhapatnam Municipal Corporation (GVMC) is accelerating plans to launch a 100 MLD desalination plant, aimed at addressing industrial water demand and easing pressure on domestic supply. A stakeholder meeting was recently held with Andhra Pradesh Urban Infrastructure and Asset Management Limited (APUIAML) and Israel-based IDE Technologies to discuss feasibility and project components. Officials confirmed that a request for proposal (RFP) will be floated shortly. As per the initial proposals, the 100 MLD plant is estimated to cost around Rs 1,200 crore. The project is likely to be executed…

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Industrial Wastewater Treatment: Tailored Solutions for Unique Wastewater Challenges

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Every company’s wastewater stream is unique, based on their industry, inputs, outputs, processes, volumes, discharge parameters, and seasonal variables, as well as federal EPA, state, and local regulations. Consequently, their wastewater treatment often must be tailored to their specific needs to avoid violations and fines and reliably remain in compliance. Industrial wastewater is often contaminated with a wide range of pollutants, including suspended solids, heavy metals, and organic compounds. Many treatment methods require multiple steps, a variety of chemicals, or extensive labor to achieve even marginally acceptable results. Additionally, the…

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Sustainable Industrial Wastewater Management

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India’s rapid population growth and urbanization have significantly increased consumption patterns, leading to rapid industrialization. This industrial expansion has driven economic growth, job creation, and infrastructure development, positioning India as a global manufacturing and economic hub. However, it has also led to a sharp rise in industrial wastewater generation, posing a severe threat to India’s already stressed water resources. India is home to nearly 18% of the global population but has access to only 4% of the world’s freshwater resources, making it one of the most water-stressed nations. With per…

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Work on £1.9m upgrades at East Sussex wastewater treatment works set to start

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Construction is almost underway on improving Halland Wastewater Treatment Works in East Sussex – as part of ongoing efforts to drive down storm overflow activity across the region. The works at the site – located near East Hoathly – will increase its capacity and mean the site can treat more flows, especially during and after stormy weather, enabling greater volumes to be treated. Overall the project will mean the site can increase the amount of flows it treats by more than 100%. This in turn will reduce the need to…

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