JAMMU: To ensure timely delivery of urban infrastructure and strengthen Jammu’s sewage management system, Commissioner, Jammu Municipal Corporation (JMC), Dr. Devansh Yadav, today inspected the 27 MLD Sewage Treatment Plant (STP) based on Activated Sludge Process (ASP) technology at Bhagwati Nagar.
The project, constructed by NBCC (India) Limited in 2016, aims to enhance sewage treatment capacity in the city and has started partial functioning since last month. During the inspection, Dr. Yadav reviewed the functioning of the plant and enquired about the facilities created under the project.
While appreciating the progress made, the Commissioner noted that certain critical works are still pending. He directed NBCC officials to complete these within 15 days, particularly the activation of the gaseous chlorine system for effective disinfection and operationalization of the in-house laboratory. He also emphasized securing statutory consent from the Jammu and Kashmir Pollution Control Committee (JKPCC) to ensure compliance with environmental standards.
Dr. Yadav highlighted that once these steps are completed, the plant will be formally handed over to the Department of Housing and Urban Development, paving the way for full-scale operations. “Commissioning of this plant is a critical step towards ensuring cleaner water bodies, reducing environmental hazards, and improving public health in Jammu,” he said.
Reiterating JMC’s commitment to providing modern urban infrastructure for better sanitation and environmental protection, the Commissioner assured full support for inter-departmental coordination and expediting necessary clearances.
Senior officers of JMC, engineers from NBCC, and representatives from the Housing and Urban Development Department accompanied the Commissioner during the visit.
