Vasna STP 97_A_1 at Sabarmati River Vasna - Non-Operational Wastewater Treatment Plant

Vasna STP 97_A_1 at Sabarmati River Vasna is a wastewater treatment plant located in Vatva Taluka, Ahmedabad, Gujarat, India. The plant was designed to serve a population of approximately 1.6 million people, indicating it was intended as a large-scale municipal facility for the Ahmedabad metropolitan area. Although the plant is currently non-operational, India's regulatory framework under the Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act, 1974, and the National Green Tribunal guidelines require large agglomerations to implement advanced treatment. For plants of this scale, secondary treatment with nutrient removal is typically mandated to protect water quality. The plant is situated near the Sabarmati River, which flows through Ahmedabad and ultimately drains into the Gulf of Khambhat in the Arabian Sea. The river supports diverse aquatic life and is a critical water source for the region. The non-operational status raises concerns about untreated wastewater entering the river, impacting downstream ecosystems and communities.

The plant is located near the Sabarmati River, which flows through Ahmedabad and discharges into the Gulf of Khambhat in the Arabian Sea. The river supports a variety of aquatic species and is an important migratory corridor for birds. The non-operational status of the plant could lead to untreated wastewater entering the river, affecting water quality and downstream ecosystems.