Sewage Treatment — Current Affairs 2026
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Namami Gange Programme achieves 100% sewage treatment capacity in Ganga main stem cities
March 2024The Namami Gange Programme completed sewage treatment infrastructure development in all 97 cities along the Ganga main stem, creating treatment capacity of 4,470 MLD. This achievement represents a major milestone in river conservation efforts, demonstrating successful implementation of centralized sewage treatment systems. The programme utilized various technologies including SBR, MBBR, and constructed wetlands based on local conditions. This development showcases India's commitment to water pollution control and provides a model for other river conservation initiatives across the country.
UPSC Angle: Expected questions on river conservation success stories, technology selection criteria, and scaling up sewage treatment infrastructure to other river basins
National Green Tribunal orders immediate sewage treatment compliance for Bengaluru lakes
January 2024The NGT issued strict directions to Karnataka government for treating sewage entering Bengaluru's lakes, setting a six-month deadline for installing decentralized treatment systems. The order came after reports of severe lake pollution affecting groundwater and public health. The tribunal emphasized community-based sewage treatment plants and constructed wetlands as sustainable solutions for urban water bodies. This case highlights the judicial push for decentralized sewage treatment approaches and the growing importance of nature-based solutions in urban wastewater management.
UPSC Angle: Questions likely on NGT powers, decentralized treatment systems, urban lake conservation, and judicial intervention in environmental protection