Bhagalpur STP - Wastewater Treatment Plant in Bhagalpur, Bihar, India

Bhagalpur STP is a municipal wastewater treatment facility located in Kuppaghat, Bhagalpur, Bihar, India. Serving an estimated population of 73,493, the plant is part of the city's essential sanitation infrastructure, treating domestic sewage to protect public health and the local environment. As a plant serving a medium-sized agglomeration, Bhagalpur STP operates under India's national environmental regulations, including the Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act, 1974, and the Environment Protection Act, 1986. These frameworks mandate appropriate treatment levels for municipal wastewater, with secondary treatment being typical for plants of this scale to meet discharge standards set by the Bihar State Pollution Control Board. The treated effluent from Bhagalpur STP is discharged into the Ganges River basin, which is a major water system in northern India. The Ganges supports millions of people and diverse aquatic life, making proper wastewater treatment critical for reducing pollution loads and preserving water quality in this ecologically and culturally significant river system.

Bhagalpur STP discharges into the Ganges River basin, which ultimately flows into the Bay of Bengal. The Ganges is a vital water source for agriculture, drinking water, and religious practices, and it supports a rich ecosystem including fish species and the endangered Ganges river dolphin. Effective treatment at this plant helps reduce organic and nutrient pollution, mitigating eutrophication risks and protecting downstream communities and biodiversity.