Overview
Charkop wastewater treatment plant in Mumbai, Maharashtra, India serves approximately 40,000 people. The plant is operational and located near the coast, discharging into the local watershed.
Charkop is a wastewater treatment plant located in the Marve area of Mumbai, Maharashtra, India. Serving a population of about 40,087, it is part of the municipal wastewater infrastructure for the Mumbai Suburban district. The plant is situated in Zone 4 of P/N Ward, near the coast, and plays a key role in managing domestic wastewater for this densely populated urban area. The plant operates under India's environmental regulations, which require appropriate treatment for wastewater before discharge. For a plant of this scale, secondary treatment is typically expected to meet the standards set by the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) and the Maharashtra Pollution Control Board (MPCB). The designed capacity is 1.00 million liters per day, indicating a moderate-scale facility. The plant's discharge likely enters local water bodies that drain into the Arabian Sea, given its proximity to the coast. This coastal location necessitates careful management to protect marine ecosystems and comply with coastal regulation zone norms. The plant contributes to reducing pollution in the region's waterways, supporting public health and environmental quality in the Mumbai metropolitan area.
Environmental context
The Charkop plant is located near the coast of the Arabian Sea, within the Mumbai coastal region. Treated wastewater likely discharges into local creeks or drains that flow into the sea, affecting the nearshore marine environment. The area supports diverse aquatic life and is ecologically sensitive due to urban runoff and industrial activities. Proper treatment is essential to minimize nutrient loading and protect coastal water quality.
Frequently asked questions
The Charkop plant is located in the Marve area of Mumbai, Maharashtra, India, in Zone 4 of P/N Ward, Mumbai Suburban district.
The plant serves approximately 40,087 people in the surrounding Mumbai area.
The plant discharges treated wastewater into local water bodies that drain into the Arabian Sea, given its coastal location.
The plant operates under India's environmental laws, including the Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act, enforced by the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) and Maharashtra Pollution Control Board (MPCB).
For a plant of this scale in India, secondary treatment is typically required to meet discharge standards, often involving biological processes like activated sludge or sequencing batch reactors.
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