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The Gurugram Metropolitan Development Authority (GMDA) has approved a Rs. 191 crore sewage infrastructure project in Behrampur, aiming to address the growing urban waste challenges in the region. This initiative includes the construction of a 100 million litres per day (MLD) sewage treatment plant (STP) and a 400 MLD main pumping station, designed to manage the increasing sewage load from the city's expanding sectors.
Addressing Urban Waste Challenges
With rapid urbanization along the Southern Peripheral Road and Golf Course Extension, Gurugram's wastewater systems have been under significant strain. The Behrampur project is a response to mounting concerns over open sewage dumping, incomplete drainage connectivity, and environmental degradation. Residents have reported issues such as foul odours and mosquito breeding due to inadequate sewage infrastructure.
The new STP and pumping station aim to alleviate these problems by enhancing the city's sewage management capacity. The project also includes efforts to upgrade water treatment standards and reduce environmental hazards linked to untreated discharge.
Project Details and Timeline
The Behrampur project is expected to be completed within two years. Currently, about 23 km of master sewer lines in Sectors 58 to 67 have already been installed by Haryana Shahari Vikas Pradhikaran (HSVP), while the remaining pipeline work between Sectors 58 and 76 will be handled by GMDA.
In addition to expanding treatment capacity, the scheme includes a biogas-powered unit to help offset ongoing operating costs. This renewable energy source will contribute to the sustainability of the project.
Upgrading Existing Infrastructure
At present, Behrampur's sewage treatment infrastructure stands at a capacity of 170 MLD, although only about 30% of treated water attains tertiary quality. To address this, GMDA plans to upgrade an existing 120 MLD plant to tertiary treatment standards, reducing biological oxygen demand (BOD) levels from 30 mg/L to 10 mg/L. This improvement will make the effluent suitable for reuse in agriculture, construction, and groundwater recharge.
Environmental and Health Benefits
The upgraded infrastructure is expected to significantly improve water quality and reduce environmental hazards associated with untreated sewage discharge. By enhancing the treatment standards and increasing the reuse of treated water, the project aligns with GMDA's broader plan to ensure 100% wastewater treatment and reuse across Gurugram.
Local residents have expressed optimism about the project's potential to address long-standing sewage issues and improve overall living conditions in the area. However, timely execution and completion of the sewer network will be crucial to prevent untreated discharge from persisting as a public health and environmental hazard.
The Behrampur sewage infrastructure project represents a significant step towards sustainable urban development in Gurugram. By expanding treatment capacity, improving water quality, and integrating renewable energy sources, GMDA aims to manage current sewage loads and anticipate future increases. If delivered within the projected timeline, the plan could transform wastewater management in Gurgaon's fast-growing zones and restore environmental balance.
