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Hindustan Times
29-07-2025
- Health
- Hindustan Times
Real-time surveillance begins at 2 more STPs in Greater Noida
GREATER NOIDA: The Greater Noida authority has installed Online Continuous Monitoring Systems (OCMS) at two more sewage treatment plants (STPs) in Ecotech-2 and Ecotech-3 for real-time surveillance and better wastewater management and environmental compliance, officials said on Monday. The OCMS technology enables real-time tracking of key pollution parameters like Biochemical Oxygen Demand (BOD), Chemical Oxygen Demand (COD), and other indicators before and after sewage treatment. (HT Photos) The OCMS technology enables real-time tracking of key pollution parameters like Biochemical Oxygen Demand (BOD), Chemical Oxygen Demand (COD), and other indicators before and after sewage treatment, they added. 'The system was first introduced at the 2 MLD Badalpur STP, and within a month, has been extended to the 15 million litres per day (MLD) plant in Ecotech-2 and the 20 MLD plant in Ecotech-3,' said additional chief executive officer (ADCEO) Prerna Singh. To be sure, the initiative is part of the Namami Gange programme that mandates online monitoring of all STPs to ensure proper treatment of sewage and discharge of compliant effluent into water bodies. As per the central government's Namami Gange flagship programme that mandates online monitoring of all STPs, Greater Noida authority's chief executive officer NG Ravi Kumar instructed the concerned department to prioritise implementation of OCMS across all STPs in the region, Singh added. The only major STP now left without this system is a 137 MLD capacity plant at Kasna that is expected to be equipped with OCMS within a month, said officials. Meanwhile, the data collected by OCMS will be accessible not only to the authority's sewerage department but also to the Uttar Pradesh Pollution Control Board (UPPCB) and the National Mission for Clean Ganga (NMCG), who can monitor operations remotely from their offices, they said. 'We are working on a plan to equip all STPs with online monitoring systems and Kasna STP is next. The move will help ensure improved operations and quality control,' she added. The system enables up to six users—officials from the authority, contractors, UPPCB, and Namami Gange officials—to access real-time data through laptops or mobile devices. The estimated cost of installing OCMS at each STP is around ₹30 lakh, fully borne by the authority, said senior manager (sewerage department, Greater Noida authority) Vinod Sharma. Beyond compliance, the authority is also exploring the utility of treated water. Currently, the water obtained after treatment is used for irrigation and construction purposes. Officials said that talks are underway between the authority and National Thermal Power Corporation to use this water for thermal power generation as well. Officials said that citizens or contractors interested in using treated water for irrigation or construction can obtain it at a nominal rate of ₹7 per kilolitre by contacting the sewerage department on 9211825118. The initiative comes as part of Greater Noida authority's broader strategy to modernise wastewater treatment infrastructure. The authority is working to transition to advanced technologies to enhance treatment efficiency and meet stricter discharge norms, HT had reported on July 26. The integration of OCMS is viewed as a complementary step towards ensuring transparency, accountability, and long-term sustainability in sewage management, officials said.
Hindustan Times
24-07-2025
- Business
- Hindustan Times
STP waste to help green the city with solar composting plan
The Greater Noida authority is set to launch a solar-based sludge processing initiative using Solar Dry Sludge Management (SDSM) technology in a bid to make urban sewage management more sustainable, officials said on Wednesday. The project aims to dry the sludge using solar power to reduce the waste load from sewage treatment plants (STPs) and convert the resulting sludge into usable organic compost for horticultural use. The pilot project will be implemented at the 137 million litres per day (MLD) sewage treatment plant in Kasna, the city's largest STP. (HT PHOTO) The pilot project will be implemented at the 137 million litres per day (MLD) sewage treatment plant in Kasna, the city's largest STP. If successful, the initiative will be replicated across other STPs in Badalpur (2 MLD), Ecotech-2 (15 MLD), and Ecotech-3 (20 MLD). The funding structure for the project is yet to be confirmed, though such infrastructure is typically supported through state government grants or the development authority's internal budget, said officials. The SDSM technology enables complete drying of sludge within five days using solar energy, producing a fine, powdery material that can be processed into compost. 'The project aligns with broader sustainability goals and offers a clean, cost-effective way to manage sewage sludge — a major byproduct of urban wastewater treatment,' said Vinod Kumar Sharma, senior manager in the sewerage department. According to officials, IIT Delhi is currently preparing a detailed project report (DPR), which is expected to be ready within a week. The final DPR will outline the technological, financial, and logistical roadmap for the initiative. Prerna Singh, additional chief executive officer of the Greater Noida authority, said, 'We are exploring the SDSM technology for sustainable sludge processing. The aim is to convert sewage sludge into compost. Once the DPR from IIT Delhi is ready, we will have a clearer roadmap for the project.' The SDSM method has previously been successfully piloted in Goa, officials said, and is now being adapted for local conditions in Greater Noida. The long-term vision includes waste-to-resource conversion, localised compost production for green belts, and reducing the dependency on chemical fertilisers. Greater Noida currently has four functional STPs — Kasna, Ecotech-2, Ecotech-3, and Badalpur — and is preparing to add five more facilities to meet rising sewage treatment demands from its expanding urban population. Officials said the adoption of SDSM technology could significantly reduce the environmental footprint of sewage processing while promoting circular economy principles and environmental protection through improved sludge reuse. .
Time of India
25-06-2025
- General
- Time of India
For real-time tracking and pollution control, STPs to go online in Greater Noida
Noida: Greater Noida Industrial Development Authority (GNIDA) has begun integrating all sewage treatment plants (STPs) with an online monitoring system. Part of the broader Namami Gange Project, it aims to equip STPs across the state with real-time monitoring for efficiency and pollution control. These facilities recycle wastewater for irrigation in nearby green zones. The estimated cost of installing the online monitoring mechanism at each STP is approximately Rs 30 lakh. Apart from GNIDA officials, the system will also be monitored by the Uttar Pradesh Pollution Control Board and authorities associated with the Namami Gange Project. The city currently has four operational STPs with a total treatment capacity of 172 million litres per day (MLD), but 109 MLD of sewage is treated daily. The sewer department has begun installing monitoring systems at the STP in Badalpur. Additional CEO Prerna Singh, GNIDA, said the system will now be expanded to other plants, including those in Ecotech Sectors 2 and 3."The installation at these two facilities is expected to be completed within the next two weeks. The largest of the four existing STPs, the 137 MLD plant in Kasna, is slated to get the system within a month," she said. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Giao dịch CFD với công nghệ và tốc độ tốt hơn IC Markets Đăng ký Undo You Can Also Check: Noida AQI | Weather in Noida | Bank Holidays in Noida | Public Holidays in Noida The estimated cost of installing the online monitoring mechanism at each STP is approximately Rs 30 lakh. Senior manager Vinod Sharma said that once the system is in place, it can be simultaneously connected to six devices, and it will enable officials to monitor STP operations remotely from their offices. "The system allows tracking of critical water quality indicators such as biochemical oxygen demand (BOD) and chemical oxygen demand (COD) levels before and after sewage treatment," he said.
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Business Standard
22-06-2025
- Business
- Business Standard
Why new liquor vendors in Noida are opting for container-based setups
Liquor vendors in Noida are increasingly choosing container-based outlets to navigate zoning bottlenecks, steep rents, and real estate constraints, after a policy shift in Uttar Pradesh formally permitted prefabricated setups. According to a report in The Times of India, the first such outlet in Noida was opened in Delta 1 sector this April. Housed in a 40x12-foot prefabricated container, the store marks a departure from traditional liquor vends and aligns with Clause 5.16 (17) of the UP Excise Shops Number and Location (Amended) Rules, 1968, which were updated earlier this year. The revised rules allow vendors to set up shops in prefabricated structures on both government and private land—provided local zoning and distance norms are met. The framework draws on models already implemented in Haryana and Punjab, and is aimed at plugging tax leakages while offering logistical flexibility to licensees. 'Legalisation of informal practices already in place' District excise officer Subodh Kumar said the policy was shaped by the informal use of temporary structures by vendors in recent years. 'This brings such setups under legal oversight and helps ensure proper tax collection. Haryana had already implemented this, and UP is now doing the same,' The Times of India quoted him as saying. In Gautam Budh Nagar district, 16 of the 501 new liquor licences issued this year have reportedly opted for container setups—12 in Noida and four in Greater Noida. Land shortages, zoning hurdles drive shift Though the policy has opened up a legal route for container-based shops, its implementation has not been smooth. Licensees say it is difficult to find commercial land that meets excise norms, especially the requirement of staying 50 metres away from residential areas. 'There's not enough compliant commercial land in Noida,' said a vendor who previously operated in Lucknow. 'I offered to pay rent to Noida Authority, but there was no response. Eventually, I rented a farmhouse for ₹75,000 a month just to get started.' District urges land allocation for compliant setups The district magistrate has reportedly written to the Noida and Greater Noida Authorities requesting land parcels suitable for container shops. However, excise officials said that no formal response has been received yet, though informal talks are underway. Greater Noida Authority additional CEO Prerna Singh confirmed that the matter may be taken up in the next board meeting. 'These shops could be a controlled, high-revenue model. We are considering incorporating container-based formats into our bylaws,' she said. Public resistance and enforcement action Despite the regulatory backing, some container shops have met local resistance. Earlier this week, the Noida Authority dismantled one such outlet in Sector 129 after complaints from nearby residents. Vendors argue that the container model provides a way to comply with government norms while overcoming urban constraints. 'We're not looking to break rules—we want to do business legally. But the system needs to support that,' said a licensee. Excise officials maintain that regulated outlets are vital to state finances. 'For every ₹1 lakh in liquor sales, ₹70,000 is state revenue,' a department official said, reported The Times of India.
Time of India
21-06-2025
- Business
- Time of India
GNIDA switches to e-office to process files faster
Noida: The Greater Noida Industrial Development Authority (GNIDA) has gone paperless with the rollout of the e-office system, to enhance digital governance and faster public service delivery. The platform, developed by the National Informatics Centre (NIC), allows officials to process, approve, and track files online from anywhere within Uttar Pradesh. GNIDA CEO NG Ravi Kumar has directed all departments to operate exclusively through the e-office framework. The transition aligns with state government directives mandating e-office adoption across departments. It is expected to reduce bureaucratic delays and enhance investor confidence, especially as it integrates seamlessly with the Nivesh Mitra portal, UP's single-window clearance system for business approvals. All online applications, including those via Nivesh Mitra, will now be handled digitally. This will streamline processes for licences, NOCs, and other approvals. Over 55,000 physical files have been scanned and digitised to create a searchable repository. To facilitate the shift, around 160 GNIDA employees have been equipped with email IDs and digital signatures. Additional CEO Prerna Singh said the e-office system ensures files are processed within a set timeframe. "It offers real-time status tracking, which boosts transparency, accountability, and convenience for citizens," she said. The initiative is being implemented statewide under the guidance of the Uttar Pradesh Electronics Corporation Limited (UPECL).
