Overview
Chandannagar Khalisani Chinsurah Highly is a non-operational wastewater treatment plant in Chandannagar, West Bengal, India. It was designed to serve a population of 30,333 in the Kolkata Metropolitan Area.
Chandannagar Khalisani Chinsurah Highly is a wastewater treatment plant located in Chandannagar, within the Hooghly district of West Bengal, India. It is part of the broader Kolkata Metropolitan Area and was intended to serve a population of approximately 30,333. In India, wastewater treatment plants are regulated under the Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act, 1974, and the Environment Protection Act, 1986. The Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) and state pollution control boards set discharge standards. For agglomerations of this scale, secondary treatment is typically required to meet environmental norms. The region drains into the Hooghly River, a distributary of the Ganges. The Hooghly River flows through West Bengal and eventually empties into the Bay of Bengal. This river supports diverse aquatic life and is a critical water source for the region.
Environmental context
The plant is located in the Hooghly River basin, which drains into the Bay of Bengal via the Hooghly River. The river supports a rich ecosystem, including fish species and migratory birds. The downstream environment includes the Sundarbans delta, a vast mangrove forest that is ecologically sensitive and provides habitat for numerous species. Proper wastewater treatment is essential to prevent pollution in this important watershed.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located in Chandannagar, Hooghly district, West Bengal, India, within the Kolkata Metropolitan Area.
The plant was designed to serve a population of approximately 30,333.
The plant is currently non-operational.
In India, wastewater treatment is regulated under the Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act, 1974, and the Environment Protection Act, 1986. The Central Pollution Control Board sets discharge standards, and secondary treatment is typically required for agglomerations serving around 30,000 people.
The Hooghly River is a distributary of the Ganges and flows into the Bay of Bengal. It supports diverse aquatic life and is part of a larger ecosystem that includes the Sundarbans delta, which is ecologically sensitive and important for biodiversity.
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