STP Palampur - Secondary Wastewater Treatment Plant in Palampur, Himachal Pradesh

STP Palampur is a municipal wastewater treatment facility located in Palampur, a town in the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, India. The plant serves a population of approximately 2,345 people, making it a small-scale facility. It is situated in the foothills of the Dhauladhar range, an area known for its tea gardens and scenic landscapes. The plant provides secondary treatment, which is the standard level required for municipal wastewater in India under the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) norms. Secondary treatment typically involves biological processes to reduce organic matter and suspended solids. The plant has a designed capacity of 351 cubic meters per day and treats a similar volume of wastewater, indicating it operates at full capacity. The treated effluent is discharged into local streams that eventually drain into the Beas River, a major tributary of the Indus River system. The Beas River supports diverse aquatic life and is an important water source for irrigation and drinking water in the region. The plant's operation helps protect the local watershed from untreated sewage pollution.

STP Palampur discharges treated wastewater into local streams that flow into the Beas River, which ultimately joins the Sutlej River and drains into the Indus River system. The Beas River is a vital water source for the region, supporting agriculture and providing habitat for fish species such as the golden mahseer. The plant's secondary treatment helps reduce organic pollution and protect downstream water quality in this ecologically sensitive Himalayan watershed.