PCB directs apartment complexes in Kochi to submit undertakings for sewage treatment plants
KSPCB will conduct a hearing of residents of the apartments on Friday, and the move is expected to lead to a permanent solution for sewage treatment issues of more than 70 apartment complexes.
Kerala state electricity board (KSEB) issued disconnection notices to 71 apartment complexes as per the directive of KSPCB, following high court directive to KSPCB to ensure STP facilities in these buildings. The decision, which warns of cutting off electricity to over 1,500 households within a week, sparked widespread concern among residents.
While considering an impleading petition regarding the case, the high court asked PCB to consider granting reasonable time by demanding undertakings seeking time for compliance. Now, KSPCB started issuing notices to apartment complexes to submit the undertakings as per court's directive by attending the hearing.
Court will consider the case at the next hearing on Sept 11, and Flat and Villa Owners' Association, Kerala (COFVOAK), is planning to sort out the issues by submitting the undertakings to PCB before the date.
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