NMC Finalizes ₹11.77 Crore Land Acquisition for Essential 35 MLD STP in Chikhli Khurd
Nagpur's growth is attributed to its smart infrastructure. The Nagpur Municipal Corporation (NMC) has just completed an important deal: acquiring 3.1 hectares in Chikhli Khurd for a 35 MLD sewage treatment plant (STP). The total compensation amounts to ₹11.77 crore, based on final orders from Commissioner Abhijeet Chaudhari.
Why This Land Matters
Chikhli Khurd is located at the city’s edge, beside a natural drain that serves rural areas. New residential projects are popping up nearby, increasing wastewater output. If this STP isn’t established, downstream waters would face serious pollution. Officials emphasize its importance in managing loads from surrounding regions. The plot, marked as Khasra No. 39 and reservation S-162, aligns with the revised Nagpur Development Plan.
NMC referenced the Right to Fair Compensation Act, 2013 and the MRTP Act, 1966. A social impact study wasn’t required, following a 2015 state notice for essential urban projects.
Project Timeline and Scope
- Capacity: 35 million litres per day (MLD), including a pumping station.
- Funding Sources: Linked to AMRUT 2.0, with ₹9.57 billion approved in 2023 for sewer upgrades in Nagpur, which includes this Chikhli STP and a 10 MLD plant in Jaitala.
- Completion: Work order has been issued; commissioning is planned for 2026.
- Sewer Expansion: 253 km of new lines in the southwestern zones and 164 km in Hudkeshwar-Narsala.
This initiative builds on Nagpur's STP achievements. Current plants treat and recycle water, conserving 190 MLD of fresh supply each day for industries, such as the Koradi power units. NMC benefits financially from selling the treated effluent.
Boost for Real Estate and Investors
Growth in peripheral areas is on the rise. Efficient sewage systems open up residential plots and attract developers. Initially, Chikhli Khurd's closeness to drains posed risks for projects; now, the STP eliminates those concerns. We can expect property values to increase as infrastructure strengthens.
However, challenges remain. Other STPs encounter land acquisition delays, pushing up costs. Chikhli itself costs more than ₹11 crore before construction. Yet, NMC continues to advance, seeking additional capacity.
Key Impacts Listed
- Stops river pollution in Nag, Pivali, and Pohara.
- Aids urban expansion planned for 2026.
- Simplifies developer access to Outskirts.
- Fits with water reuse models that generate revenue for NMC.
Nagpur is at the forefront of turning waste into wealth. This acquisition solidifies that advantage, merging city needs with real estate potential. Keep an eye on the booming peripheral zones.