Overview
Nagasandra Yemalur post Chalaghatta Village STP III is an operational sewage treatment plant in Bengaluru, Karnataka, India, serving a population of approximately 64,075. It is part of the city's wastewater infrastructure managed by the Bangalore Wat
Nagasandra Yemalur post Chalaghatta Village STP III is a sewage treatment plant located in Bengaluru, Karnataka, India. It serves a population of around 64,075 and is situated in the Yamalur area of Bengaluru East. The plant is part of the broader wastewater management system for the city, which is managed by the Bangalore Water Supply and Sewerage Board (BWSSB). As a plant serving a medium-sized agglomeration, it operates under India's environmental regulations, including the Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act of 1974 and the National Green Tribunal guidelines. For plants of this scale, secondary treatment is typically required, and the plant is expected to meet effluent standards set by the Karnataka State Pollution Control Board (KSPCB). The plant's treated wastewater is likely discharged into local water bodies that eventually drain into the Pennar River basin or the Cauvery River basin, depending on the specific catchment. Bengaluru's water bodies are ecologically significant, supporting diverse aquatic life and providing water for irrigation and domestic use downstream. The plant plays a crucial role in protecting these water resources from untreated sewage.
Environmental context
The plant is located in the Bengaluru region, which drains into the Pennar and Cauvery river basins. The treated effluent likely flows into local streams and lakes, eventually reaching the Bay of Bengal. These water bodies support diverse aquatic ecosystems and are important for agriculture and drinking water supply in downstream areas. The plant's operation helps reduce pollution loads in these sensitive watersheds.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located in Yamalur, Bengaluru East, Karnataka, India, on BWSSB Road in the K&C Valley area.
The plant serves approximately 64,075 people in the Bengaluru area.
The treated wastewater is discharged into local water bodies, likely streams or lakes that drain into the Pennar or Cauvery river basins, eventually reaching the Bay of Bengal.
The plant operates under the Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act of 1974 and follows standards set by the Karnataka State Pollution Control Board (KSPCB).
For medium-sized agglomerations in India, secondary treatment is typically required to meet effluent standards, often involving biological processes like activated sludge or sequencing batch reactors.
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