9.33 lakh fine imposed on STP operator
Team of UPPCB's regional office inspected the STPs thrice in June- June 12, 18 and 23, and observed that effluent of 130 and 43 mld STP was flowing in the river Ganga.
The operating agency did not use generators when there was a power cut. As a result, untreated effluent discharged into the river. The UPPCB apprised the situation to the operating company but company did not take any effective measures.
Mohit Chak, project manager of Jal Nigam, said the fine amount would be deducted from the payment of operating company. tnn
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