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beds. The GPS-equipped septic tankers are During the facility tour, the WaterAid
monitored through IT-enabled systems. The and the District SBM-G teams provided
Upflow Anaerobic Sludge Blanket (UASB) comprehensive guidance, with technical
technology-based STP features additional experts explaining the treatment
facilities such as Geographical Information processes involved, including pre-
System (GIS) monitoring, solar power treatment, anaerobic digestion, sludge
energy cost reduction, strict HR monitoring drying, and the conversion of faecal sludge
through mobile-based application and into useful biosolids.
geofencing, and a live dashboard at the
State Headquarters. The visit highlighted the importance of
community involvement and awareness. In
During the visit, the Principal Secretary
Benipur, the team actively engaged with the
engaged in discussions and meetings with
local community, educating them about the
representatives from UP Jal Nigam (Rural and
benefits of proper FSM and encouraging
Urban) and the Namami Gange programme
their participation in timely emptying of
for river rejuvenation. This exchange of
septic tanks.
ideas and views provided valuable inputs
and feedback on various aspects, resulting The Benipur FSTP comprises units such
in a fruitful cross-learning experience that as a Screen Chamber with an Anaerobic
benefited both States. Stabilization Reactor, PDBs, an Integrated
Anaerobic Stabilization Reactor, Planted
Benipur FSTP: The Punjab delegation also
Gravel Filter, a collection tank, and a sludge
visited the FSTP in Benipur GP, Amethi, which
storage unit. The exposure visit provided
has a capacity of 3 KLD. The visit aimed
valuable insights into planning, designing,
to familiarize the team with the technical
operations, processes, and associated and implementing a faecal sludge
benefits of such treatment facilities. treatment facility.

utcome

The Punjab team was grateful to the UP

Jal Nigam, PRD for their hospitality and
valuable inputs during the visit. They are

now making plans to establish their own
FSTPs.

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