Overview
K R Nagar wastewater treatment plant serves Krishnarajanagara, Karnataka, India. It is an operational facility serving a population of 9,688.
K R Nagar wastewater treatment plant is located in Krishnarajanagara, Mysuru District, Karnataka, India. The facility serves a population of approximately 9,688 people, making it a small-scale municipal treatment plant in the region. As a plant in India, it operates under the national regulatory framework for wastewater treatment, which includes the Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act, 1974, and the Environment Protection Act, 1986. For small agglomerations, primary treatment is typically required, with secondary treatment expected where feasible to protect water quality. The plant's treated effluent likely discharges into local water bodies that drain into the Cauvery River basin, a major river system in southern India. The Cauvery supports diverse aquatic life and is crucial for irrigation and drinking water in Karnataka and Tamil Nadu. Proper treatment helps protect downstream ecosystems and communities.
Environmental context
The plant is located in the Cauvery River basin, one of India's most important river systems. The Cauvery originates in the Western Ghats and flows through Karnataka and Tamil Nadu before emptying into the Bay of Bengal. The river supports a rich diversity of fish and other aquatic species and is a vital water source for agriculture and urban centers. Effective wastewater treatment in this basin is essential to prevent nutrient pollution and maintain water quality for downstream users.
Frequently asked questions
K R Nagar wastewater treatment plant is located on SH117 in Krishnarajanagara, Krishnarajanagara taluk, Mysuru District, Karnataka, India.
The plant serves a population of approximately 9,688 people in Krishnarajanagara and surrounding areas.
The treated effluent from the plant is likely discharged into local water bodies that drain into the Cauvery River basin, a major river system in southern India.
The plant operates under India's Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act, 1974, and the Environment Protection Act, 1986, which set standards for wastewater treatment and discharge.
For small agglomerations in India, primary treatment is typically required, with secondary treatment (such as activated sludge or oxidation ponds) expected where feasible to protect water quality in receiving water bodies.
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