SRINAGAR: Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Tuesday laid the foundation stones for two major sewage treatment projects in Srinagar aimed at strengthening the city’s wastewater management system, improving sanitation and protecting water bodies.
The projects include the construction of a 2.5 million litres per day (MLD) Sewage Treatment Plant (STP) at Chattabal and the augmentation of the existing 17.08 MLD STP at Brarinambal. The initiatives are expected to enhance the city’s capacity to treat wastewater and support efforts to build a cleaner and more sustainable urban environment.
Officials said the projects will play a significant role in reducing the discharge of untreated sewage into water bodies, improving public health standards and addressing the growing sanitation needs of Srinagar.
Speaking on the occasion, the Chief Minister highlighted the importance of strengthening urban infrastructure to ensure sustainable development and environmental protection. He said investments in modern sewage treatment facilities were essential for safeguarding the city’s ecological assets and improving the quality of life for residents.
Advisor to the Chief Minister Nasir Aslam Sogami, Khanyar MLA Ali Mohammad Sagar, Habbakadal MLA Shamima Firdous, Zadibal MLA Tanvir Sadiq and Hazratbal MLA Salman Ali Sagar were present during the foundation-laying ceremony.
The projects form part of the government’s broader efforts to upgrade civic infrastructure and improve environmental management in Srinagar amid increasing urbanisation and rising demand for public services.
