- Veolia secures 15-year O&M contracts for Mumbai's Bhandup (2,000 MLD) and Panjrapur (910 MLD) water treatment plants.
- Both plants, developed by Welspun Enterprises Ltd, are set to be fully operational by 2030.
- The projects aim to meet over 60% of Mumbai's water needs, using advanced technologies to optimize efficiency.
Contract Details
Veolia has secured two 15-year operations and maintenance contracts for Mumbai's largest water treatment plants: Bhandup with a capacity of 2,000 million liters per day and Panjrapur with 910 million liters per day. These contracts mark the first time a French company has signed agreements of this scale in India's municipal water sector.
Project Timeline
Developed by Welspun Enterprises Ltd, both facilities are scheduled to be fully operational by 2030. The projects are expected to meet over 60% of Mumbai's water requirements, enhancing the city's long-term water security.
Technological Advancements
Equipped with Veolia's advanced technologies, the plants aim to deliver high-quality, reliable water while optimizing footprint, reducing energy consumption, and enhancing operational efficiency. These features make the plants ideally suited for dense urban environments.
Veolia's Experience in India
Veolia leveraged 25 years of experience in India to win these contracts, including its significant achievement with the Nagpur water supply project. This project involved five water treatment plants with a total capacity of approximately 786 million liters per day. Digital innovations like Hubgrade® improved the water distribution system's performance, reducing Non-Revenue Water from around 70% to below 30%.
