72% of urban wastewater in India flows into water bodies, land untreated: Report

A new report reveals that only 28% of India's urban wastewater is treated, with the remainder polluting natural water bodies. Experts emphasize the urgent need to treat and reuse wastewater to alleviate the nation's growing water scarcity, exacerbated by urbanization and climate change. The government mandates a 20% recycling and reuse target for cities, promoting a circular water economy.

Dec 22, 2024 - 16:51
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72% of urban wastewater in India flows into water bodies, land untreated: Report
A new report reveals that only 28% of India's urban wastewater is treated, with the remainder polluting natural water bodies. Experts emphasize the urgent need to treat and reuse wastewater to alleviate the nation's growing water scarcity, exacerbated by urbanization and climate change. The government mandates a 20% recycling and reuse target for cities, promoting a circular water economy.

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