What did the NGT observe about Uttar Pradesh's pollution control efforts?

The NGT observed critical gaps in sewage treatment capacity across several districts in Uttar Pradesh, despite reported efforts.

What is the current state of the Hindon River's water quality?

Data shows the Hindon River has no dissolved oxygen, high BOD, and excessive faecal coliform, making it unfit for aquatic life.

What action has the NGT directed Uttar Pradesh to take regarding Hindon River pollution?

The NGT has directed UP to provide detailed disclosures on sewage discharge and a time-bound plan, along with a joint report on STPs and water quality.

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NGT Slams UP Over Hindon River Pollution Crisis

14 Dec

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Summary

Critical sewage treatment gaps persist in several UP districts.
Hindon River water quality unfit for aquatic life.
NGT demands immediate action plan for pollution control.

NGT Slams UP Over Hindon River Pollution Crisis

The National Green Tribunal (NGT) has criticized Uttar Pradesh for failing to adequately address sewage and effluent pollution impacting the Hindon River basin. Despite submissions detailing sewage generation and treatment capacities, significant gaps remain in districts like Gautam Budh Nagar, Saharanpur, and Shamli. The NGT highlighted the lack of clear timelines for bridging these treatment deficits and concerns over incomplete sewer connectivity, particularly in unauthorized colonies.

The tribunal pointed out alarming water quality data for the Hindon, Kali (West), and Krishna rivers, indicating critically low dissolved oxygen and high biochemical oxygen demand, rendering them unsuitable for aquatic life. Specific issues were raised about Ghaziabad, where even a new sewage treatment plant will not resolve the existing deficit, and an existing plant is failing to meet standards.

Consequently, the NGT has mandated detailed disclosures on all drains carrying sewage and effluents into the Hindon system, including a time-bound plan for prevention. It also directed joint reports from pollution control boards on sewage treatment plant performance and river water quality, with the state to file a fresh affidavit addressing these concerns.