WABAG has secured a contract worth between ₹250 crore and ₹600 crore from the Bangalore Water Supply and Sewerage Board (BWSSB) for sewage treatment plants in Bengaluru, according to thehindubusinessline.com. The order aims to enhance the city's wastewater management infrastructure and is part of BWSSB's ongoing efforts to improve sewage treatment capacity.
The contract was awarded through a competitive bidding process conducted by BWSSB. WABAG, a leading water treatment company, will undertake the design, construction, and operation of the sewage treatment plants. The project includes upgrading existing facilities and establishing new plants to meet the growing demand for effective sewage treatment in Bengaluru. The company did not disclose the exact contract value within the stated range.
This order is significant as Bengaluru faces increasing pressure on its sewage infrastructure due to rapid urbanization and population growth. WABAG's involvement reflects the growing trend of public utilities partnering with specialized firms to address environmental and sanitation challenges. Comparable contracts in the sector have ranged similarly in size, highlighting the scale of investment required to modernize urban water management systems in India.
WABAG's execution of this contract will contribute to BWSSB's target of expanding sewage treatment capacity in Bengaluru. The company is expected to commence work shortly, with project timelines and milestones to be announced by BWSSB in due course, as reported by thehindubusinessline.com.