What is the National Green Tribunal's directive for Noida regarding wastewater?

The NGT directed Noida Authority to ensure full utilization of treated wastewater, aiming to prevent its discharge into drains.

How much treated wastewater does Noida Authority reuse daily?

Noida Authority reuses only 86 MLD of treated wastewater daily, which is 33% of the treated volume.

When was the Noida Authority supposed to achieve full wastewater reuse?

The NGT issued its directive nearly a year before the December affidavit, with specific project deadlines for reuse expansion extending into 2026.

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Noida Wastes 178 MLD Treated Water Despite NGT Order

13 Jan

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Summary

Noida Authority reuses only 33% of treated wastewater, discharging 178 MLD.
NGT ordered full utilization of treated water, but Noida Authority missed targets.
Projected reuse of 42 MLD treated water by 2026 is delayed, with no city-wide plan.

Noida Wastes 178 MLD Treated Water Despite NGT Order

The Noida Authority has not yet submitted a comprehensive plan or timeline to ensure full utilization of treated wastewater, despite a National Green Tribunal (NGT) order nearly a year ago. The Authority acknowledged in a December affidavit that it treats 260 million litres per day (MLD) but reuses only 86 MLD, discharging the remaining 178 MLD into drains. This falls significantly short of the NGT's objective to conserve freshwater resources through reuse.

The NGT initiated a case in July 2024 after a media report highlighted treated sewage discharge into drains instead of reuse. The tribunal observed that treated wastewater holds significant economic and environmental value. While the Authority stated treated water is used for park irrigation, construction, and water sprinkling, promised expansions to reuse an additional 20 MLD by December 2025 and 22 MLD by the second quarter of 2026 are facing delays.