Overview
Chinchpada wastewater treatment plant in Kalyan-Dombivli, Maharashtra, India, is currently non-operational. Designed capacity is 1.00 MLD, serving a population of 267,248.
Chinchpada is a wastewater treatment plant located in Kalyan-Dombivli, Maharashtra, India. It serves a population of 267,248 and has a designed capacity of 1.00 MLD. The plant is currently non-operational. As a non-operational facility, the plant is not currently treating wastewater. Under India's regulatory framework, large agglomerations like Kalyan-Dombivli are expected to meet treatment standards set by the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) and state pollution control boards. Typically, plants serving over 100,000 people require secondary treatment at minimum, with tertiary treatment in sensitive areas. The region drains into the Ulhas River and ultimately the Arabian Sea. The local watershed supports diverse aquatic life and is important for regional water resources. The plant's non-operational status may pose environmental risks if untreated wastewater enters local water bodies.
Environmental context
The plant is located in the Ulhas River basin, which flows into the Arabian Sea. The downstream environment includes estuarine and coastal ecosystems that support fisheries and biodiversity. The region is densely populated and industrialized, making proper wastewater treatment critical for preventing pollution and protecting public health.
Frequently asked questions
Chinchpada wastewater treatment plant is located in Kalyan-Dombivli, Maharashtra, India, in the Thane district.
The plant serves a population of 267,248 people.
The designed capacity of the plant is 1.00 MLD (million liters per day).
The plant is currently non-operational, which may be due to maintenance, upgrades, or other operational issues. Under Indian regulations, large agglomerations must ensure proper wastewater treatment to meet CPCB standards.
A non-operational plant can lead to untreated wastewater entering local water bodies like the Ulhas River, affecting downstream ecosystems and the Arabian Sea. This poses risks to aquatic life and public health.
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