Suratgarh Road Wastewater Treatment Plant, Sri Ganganagar, Rajasthan

Suratgarh Road is a proposed wastewater treatment plant located in Sri Ganganagar, Rajasthan, India. The plant is planned to serve a population of 66,812, placing it in the medium agglomeration category. As a proposed facility, it is part of ongoing efforts to expand wastewater infrastructure in the region. Under India's regulatory framework, wastewater treatment plants are governed by the Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act, 1974, and the National Green Tribunal guidelines. For a plant of this scale, secondary treatment is typically required, with potential for tertiary treatment if the receiving water body is sensitive. The plant's design and operational details will be finalized during construction. The plant will discharge treated wastewater into local water bodies, likely tributaries of the Indus River system, which ultimately drains into the Arabian Sea. The region is semi-arid, and proper wastewater treatment is crucial for protecting groundwater and surface water resources used for irrigation and drinking.

The plant is located in the Indus River basin, with treated effluent likely flowing into the Ghaggar River or its tributaries, which are part of the inland drainage system of northwestern India. The downstream environment includes agricultural areas and seasonal wetlands that support migratory birds. Proper treatment is essential to prevent contamination of groundwater and to maintain water quality for irrigation.