CM Mann, Arvind Kejriwal Inaugurate Punjab’s Most Advanced STP in Mohali, Announce Mission-Mode Urban Makeover
Babushahi Bureau
Mohali, July 7, 2025 – In a major step towards environmental sustainability and urban transformation, Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann and Aam Aadmi Party National Convener Arvind Kejriwal on Monday dedicated the state’s most advanced 15 MGD (Million Gallons per Day) capacity Sewage Treatment Plant (STP) to the public at Sector-83, Mohali. The ₹145.26 crore project is being hailed as a landmark in Punjab’s water conservation and urban infrastructure development.
Speaking to the media after the inauguration, Chief Minister Mann said the plant uses state-of-the-art Advanced Nutrient Removal and Ultra Filtration Tertiary Treatment technologies, setting a new benchmark for wastewater treatment. He emphasized that such high-tech models will be replicated across Punjab to ensure optimal use of wastewater, reducing dependency on fresh groundwater.
Highlighting environmental neglect by past governments, Mann said, “Air, water, and land don’t cast votes, which is why traditional parties ignored them. But our government is committed to safeguarding Punjab’s natural resources for future generations.” Quoting Gurbani – “Pawan Guru, Paani Pitaah, Mata Dharat Mahat” – Mann called on citizens to support green initiatives by planting more trees and embracing sustainable practices.
He also credited Arvind Kejriwal’s visionary governance in Delhi as an inspiration behind the state’s infrastructure push. “Punjab is reaping the benefits of his experience in delivering people-centric, efficient governance,” Mann added.
Kejriwal Announces Mission Urban Makeover
Arvind Kejriwal, applauding CM Mann’s commitment, announced a statewide facelift of 166 towns starting this December. “From sewerage, water supply, streetlights to roads and STPs – all urban amenities will be upgraded in a time-bound, mission-mode approach,” he declared.
Kejriwal explained that the Mohali STP’s capacity has been upgraded from 10 MGD to 15 MGD, and it now includes a 5 MGD Ultra Filtration Tertiary Plant. The treated water will be reused for irrigation, road cleaning, toilet flushing, and other municipal uses, thereby reducing pressure on freshwater resources.
He also highlighted the installation of a 1 MW solar power plant on-site to lower energy consumption. “The project was designed scientifically, keeping in view Mohali’s projected urban growth over the next 20 years,” said Kejriwal, adding that GMADA had taken the lead in executing the project efficiently.
“This is just the beginning. We are committed to delivering clean cities, sustainable development, and a better quality of life to the people of Punjab,” Kejriwal concluded.
The project is being seen as a model for green infrastructure and urban renewal, aligning with the broader vision of a cleaner, healthier, and more sustainable Punjab.