Revitalizing the Ganga: Inside India's Largest Tannery Effluent Treatment Plant - Kanpur CETP

Explore the journey behind the Kanpur CETP, India’s largest tannery effluent treatment plant, a monumental step in cleaning the Ganga and promoting sustainable water management. Developed by WABAG under the Namami Gange Mission, this advanced facility tackles industrial pollution at its source, preserving one of India’s most sacred rivers while supporting sustainable urban development.

Key Highlights of Kanpur CETP:

Zero Liquid Discharge: Ensures that no harmful tannery discharge reaches the Ganga, helping restore the river’s purity.
Resource Recovery: Innovative technology enables treated water to be reused for irrigation, bio-sludge to be converted into nutrient-rich manure, and chemical sludge to be used by chemical factories.
Sustainable Impact: The CETP’s Common Chrome Recovery Unit and advanced aeration technology significantly reduce pollution and promote a circular economy.