NMCG Approves ₹794 Crore Worth Projects for Ganga Rejuvenation and Sanitation

The NMCG’s efforts continue to lay a robust foundation for a cleaner and healthier Ganga, with a focus on sustainability, inclusivity, and technological innovation.

The 59th Executive Committee (EC) meeting of the National Mission for Clean Ganga (NMCG), chaired by Shri Rajeev Kumar Mital, Director-General, NMCG, sanctioned critical projects totaling ₹794 crores, aimed at conserving and rejuvenating the Ganga River. These initiatives underscore the commitment to ensuring cleanliness, sustainable development, and the preservation of the river’s environmental and cultural significance. Key Projects Approved

Uttar Pradesh:

Chandauli Project (₹263 Crores):

Construction of a 45 MLD Sewage Treatment Plant under the Hybrid Annuity Model.

Development of supporting structures for effective sewage management.

Operation and maintenance (O&M) for the next 15 years to ensure sustainability.

Manikpur Project (₹9 Crores):

Establishment of a 15 KLD Faecal Sludge Treatment Plant.

Installation of a 35 KW solar power plant for eco-friendly operations.

O&M for five years, promoting efficient waste management.

Bihar:

Buxar Project (₹257 Crores):

Construction of a 50 MLD Sewage Treatment Plant under the DBOT model.

Inclusion of a 1 MLD nature-based STP for sustainable solutions.

Development of an 8.68 km sewer network and three interception pumping stations.

Comprehensive O&M plan for the next 15 years.

West Bengal:

Uttarpara-Kotrung Municipality Project (₹8 Crores):

Development of a 22 KLD capacity Faecal Sludge Treatment Plant under the DBOT model.

Provision for five years of O&M to ensure long-term effectiveness.

Broader Impact and Sustainability Goals

The approved projects aim to create pollution-free infrastructure for the Ganga River, advancing efforts in environmental protection and sustainable development. These initiatives are tailored to address the unique challenges in each region, including:

Enhancing sewage and faecal sludge management systems.

Integrating renewable energy solutions, such as solar power.

Utilizing nature-based approaches for eco-friendly infrastructure.

Stakeholder Participation

The meeting featured active participation from key officials, including:

Smt. Richa Mishra, Joint Secretary and Financial Advisor, DoWR, RD&GR, Ministry of Jal Shakti.

Shri Brijendra Swaroop, Executive Director (Projects), NMCG.

Shri Anup Kumar Srivastava, ED (Technical).

Smt. Nandini Ghosh, Programme Director, West Bengal SPMG.

Shri Yogesh Kumar Sagar, Managing Director, BUIDCO.

Future Outlook

These projects represent a significant step toward achieving the broader goals of the National Mission for Clean Ganga, including:

Long-term river rejuvenation.

Improved sanitation management.

Strengthened regional environmental infrastructure.

The NMCG’s efforts continue to lay a robust foundation for a cleaner and healthier Ganga, with a focus on sustainability, inclusivity, and technological innovation.