Overview
STP of Capital Project Jaspur Gandhinagar is an operational wastewater treatment plant in Daskroi Taluka, Gujarat, India, serving a population of 22,657. It supports the urban wastewater management of the Ahmedabad region.
STP of Capital Project Jaspur Gandhinagar is an operational wastewater treatment plant located in Daskroi Taluka, Ahmedabad, Gujarat, India. The plant serves a population of 22,657, placing it in the medium-agglomeration category under Indian urban wastewater management frameworks. As a plant in India, it operates under the Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act, 1974, and is subject to standards set by the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB). For agglomerations of this scale, secondary treatment is typically required, with possible nutrient removal if discharging into sensitive areas. The plant's treated effluent likely discharges into local water bodies that drain into the Sabarmati River basin, which flows through Ahmedabad and ultimately into the Gulf of Khambhat (Arabian Sea). The receiving environment supports diverse aquatic life and is important for regional water resources.
Environmental context
The plant is located in the Sabarmati River basin, which drains into the Gulf of Khambhat in the Arabian Sea. The Sabarmati River is a key water source for the region and supports agricultural and domestic use downstream. The coastal zone of the Gulf of Khambhat is ecologically sensitive, hosting mangroves and estuarine habitats that rely on adequate water quality.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located in Daskroi Taluka, Ahmedabad, Gujarat, India, with coordinates 23.1610 N, 72.5370 E.
The plant serves a population of 22,657, classifying it as a medium-sized agglomeration under Indian wastewater management standards.
The treated effluent is likely discharged into local water bodies that drain into the Sabarmati River, which flows into the Gulf of Khambhat in the Arabian Sea.
The plant operates under India's Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act, 1974, and must comply with CPCB discharge standards for medium agglomerations.
For agglomerations of this scale, secondary treatment is typically required, with possible tertiary treatment if discharging into sensitive water bodies.
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