Overview
Shrusti complex is a non-operational wastewater treatment plant in Mira-Bhayander, Maharashtra, India. It was designed to serve a population of 10,022 with a capacity of 1.00 MLD.
Shrusti complex is a wastewater treatment plant located in Mira-Bhayander, Thane district, Maharashtra, India. The plant was designed to serve a population of 10,022, placing it in the small agglomeration category under Indian urban wastewater management frameworks. Although the plant is currently non-operational, its designed capacity of 1.00 MLD reflects the scale typical for small communities in the region. In India, wastewater treatment for such agglomerations is governed by the National Green Tribunal (NGT) and state pollution control boards, which mandate treatment standards for discharge into water bodies. The plant is situated within 50 km of the coast, indicating potential influence on coastal ecosystems. The treated effluent would have ultimately drained into the Ulhas River or nearby creeks, which flow into the Arabian Sea. This region supports diverse aquatic life and is important for local fisheries and mangrove ecosystems.
Environmental context
The plant is located in the Thane district, part of the Ulhas River basin, which drains into the Arabian Sea via the Vasai Creek and Thane Creek. These coastal waters support mangrove forests and estuarine habitats that are ecologically sensitive and provide nursery grounds for fish and crustaceans. The proximity to the coast underscores the importance of proper wastewater treatment to prevent nutrient loading and contamination of marine ecosystems.
Frequently asked questions
Shrusti complex is located in Mira-Bhayander, Thane district, Maharashtra, India. The full address is Mira, Mira-Bhayander, Thane Taluka, Thane, Maharashtra, 401107.
The plant was designed to serve a population of 10,022, which classifies it as a small agglomeration under Indian wastewater management standards.
The designed capacity of Shrusti complex is 1.00 MLD (million liters per day), typical for small community treatment facilities in the region.
The plant is currently non-operational, which may be due to infrastructure issues or lack of maintenance. In India, non-operational plants are a concern for local pollution control boards, which work to restore treatment capacity.
When non-operational, untreated or partially treated wastewater may enter local water bodies, affecting the Ulhas River and coastal ecosystems near the Arabian Sea. This can harm aquatic life and increase pollution in sensitive mangrove and estuarine habitats.
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