Overview
STP Beri Town is an operational wastewater treatment plant in Beri, Haryana, India, serving a population of approximately 13,362. It plays a key role in managing municipal wastewater in the Jhajjar district.
STP Beri Town is a municipal wastewater treatment facility located in Beri, a town in the Jhajjar district of Haryana, India. The plant serves a population of around 13,362, making it a medium-sized agglomeration under Indian urban wastewater management frameworks. It is situated in a semi-arid region with a continental climate, where water reuse and groundwater recharge are critical concerns. As an operational plant, STP Beri Town is subject to India's environmental regulations, including the Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act, 1974, and the National Green Tribunal's directives on wastewater treatment. For agglomerations of this scale, secondary treatment is typically mandated, with potential for tertiary treatment if the receiving water body is sensitive or if water reuse is prioritized. Its operation aligns with state-level pollution control board norms. The treated effluent from STP Beri Town likely discharges into local drains or water bodies that eventually flow into the Yamuna River basin, a major tributary of the Ganges. The Yamuna is ecologically significant, supporting diverse aquatic life and providing water for irrigation and drinking. Downstream, the river contributes to the Ganges delta, a vast and ecologically sensitive region. Proper treatment at plants like STP Beri Town is essential to reduce pollution loads and protect downstream ecosystems.
Environmental context
STP Beri Town is located in the Yamuna River basin, a sub-basin of the Ganges system. The treated effluent likely enters local streams that drain into the Yamuna, which flows through Haryana and Delhi before joining the Ganges in Uttar Pradesh. The Yamuna is a vital water source but faces significant pollution challenges from urban and agricultural runoff. Downstream, the Ganges delta supports rich biodiversity, including mangroves and estuarine habitats. Effective wastewater treatment at plants like STP Beri Town helps mitigate nutrient and pathogen loads, preserving water quality for downstream communities and ecosystems.
Frequently asked questions
STP Beri Town is located in Beri, a town in the Jhajjar district of Haryana, India. Its full address is Beri, Jhajjar, Haryana, 124201, India.
STP Beri Town serves a population of approximately 13,362, classifying it as a medium-sized agglomeration under Indian wastewater management standards.
The treated effluent from STP Beri Town likely discharges into local drains or water bodies that eventually flow into the Yamuna River basin, a major tributary of the Ganges.
STP Beri Town helps protect the Yamuna River and its downstream ecosystems, including the Ganges. By treating municipal wastewater, it reduces pollution loads entering these vital water bodies.
STP Beri Town operates under India's Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act, 1974, and follows directives from the National Green Tribunal. For agglomerations of its size, secondary treatment is typically required, with possible tertiary treatment for water reuse or sensitive receiving waters.
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