Overview
Mumbra wastewater treatment plant in Thane, Maharashtra, India, is non-operational. It was designed with a capacity of 1.00 million liters per day, serving a population of 213,798.
The Mumbra wastewater treatment plant is located in Thane, Maharashtra, India, within the Mumbai metropolitan region. Designed to serve a population of 213,798, the plant has a capacity of 1.00 million liters per day, but it is currently non-operational. As a non-operational facility, the plant does not currently treat wastewater. Under India's regulatory framework, such large agglomerations are expected to have functional treatment infrastructure to comply with the Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act, 1974, and the National Green Tribunal's directives. The plant's status highlights challenges in maintaining operational wastewater treatment in rapidly urbanizing areas. The plant's location in Thane places it within the Ulhas River basin, which drains into the Arabian Sea via the Thane Creek. The surrounding region is densely populated and industrial, making proper wastewater treatment critical for protecting downstream water quality and coastal ecosystems.
Environmental context
The Mumbra plant is situated in the Ulhas River basin, which flows into Thane Creek and ultimately the Arabian Sea. This coastal ecosystem supports diverse marine life and is important for local fisheries. The non-operational status of the plant means untreated or partially treated wastewater may impact the creek's water quality, affecting aquatic habitats and posing risks to public health in the surrounding urban area.
Frequently asked questions
The Mumbra wastewater treatment plant is located in Thane, Maharashtra, India, near Mumbra Graveyard on Kismat Colony Road in Amrut Nagar.
The Mumbra plant was designed to serve a population of 213,798 people in the Thane region.
Non-operational status can result from infrastructure issues, funding gaps, or maintenance challenges common in rapidly urbanizing areas.
India regulates wastewater treatment under the Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act, 1974, and through directives from the National Green Tribunal. Large agglomerations (over 100,000 population) are required to have functional treatment plants to prevent pollution of water bodies.
The non-operational status means wastewater may be discharged untreated into the Ulhas River basin, affecting Thane Creek and the Arabian Sea. This can harm aquatic life, degrade water quality, and pose health risks to downstream communities.
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