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Delhi Jal Board Secures Land for New 6 MGD Sewage Plant
3 Nov
Summary
- DJB takes possession of 250 sq m land from DDA for new STP
- STP to treat sewage from Rangpuri, Vasant Kunj and nearby areas
- Project expected to be completed within 18 months of tender award
As of November 3, 2025, the Delhi Jal Board (DJB) has formally taken possession of a 250 square metre parcel of land in Rangpuri from the Delhi Development Authority (DDA). This land will be used to construct a new 6 million gallons per day (MGD) sewage treatment plant (STP) in the area.
The move is aimed at addressing long-standing sewage disposal issues in Rangpuri and the neighboring Vasant Kunj region. According to the DJB's report, a detailed project report for the STP has been prepared, and the process to float tenders for its construction will begin soon. The DJB expects to award the construction contract within the next four months, by February 28, 2026. The project is then scheduled to be completed within 18 months of the tender award.
Once operational, the proposed STP will treat the sewage generated from Rangpuri, Vasant Kunj and surrounding areas, preventing untreated waste from entering a nearby pond that had been receiving the discharge. This is a crucial step in reviving the water body, which had been a concern for local residents and the National Green Tribunal.
