Overview
Two at Lalkhedi Amravati is a non-operational wastewater treatment plant in Amravati, Maharashtra, India. It was designed to serve a population of 271,034.
Two at Lalkhedi Amravati is a wastewater treatment plant located in Amravati, Maharashtra, India. The plant was designed to serve a population of 271,034, placing it in the large agglomeration category under Indian regulatory frameworks. It is currently non-operational. Under India's environmental regulations, large treatment plants typically employ secondary or advanced treatment processes to meet discharge standards set by the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB). Such facilities are expected to comply with CPCB norms for effluent quality. The plant is situated inland in the Vidarbha region of Maharashtra. Its treated wastewater would have discharged into local water bodies that eventually drain into the Godavari River basin, which supports diverse aquatic life and is a vital water resource for the region.
Environmental context
The plant is located in Amravati, Maharashtra, within the Godavari River basin. The Godavari is the second-longest river in India and supports a rich ecosystem, including several fish species and migratory birds. The river ultimately flows into the Bay of Bengal, making the watershed ecologically significant. Proper wastewater treatment is crucial to prevent nutrient loading and contamination that could affect downstream communities and biodiversity.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located in Transport Nagar, Amravati, Maharashtra, India, near Abuzar Hardware & Cement Depot on MDR22.
The plant was designed to serve a population of 271,034, classifying it as a large agglomeration under Indian wastewater regulations.
Non-operational plants may be undergoing upgrades, maintenance, or decommissioning.
The plant falls under India's Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act, 1974, and is subject to standards set by the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) for effluent discharge.
Large agglomerations in India typically employ secondary treatment processes such as activated sludge or sequencing batch reactors, often with tertiary treatment for nutrient removal, to meet CPCB discharge standards.
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