Residents of Wadi in Nagpur may soon have to bear an additional financial burden to support the operation and maintenance of the proposed underground sewerage system, as reported by Proshun Chakraborty. The Detailed Project Report (DPR) for the Wadi Underground Sewerage Scheme proposes an annual sewerage tax of Rs900 per property to ensure the project's long-term sustainability.
Funding and Cost Recovery
According to the DPR, while the capital cost of the project is largely funded through government grants under the Maharashtra Suvarna Jayanti Nagrotthan Maha-Abhiyan, the recurring expenses for operating and maintaining the sewerage network and sewage treatment plant will have to be recovered locally. The report suggests that operation and maintenance (O&M) costs can be met through a combination of sewerage charges, one-time connection fees, and property tax collections.
User-Charge Mechanism
Officials argue that a user-charge mechanism is essential to maintain treatment facilities, the sewage treatment plant (STP), and ensure uninterrupted sewage management services. The proposal is likely to spark debate among residents, especially as the project itself is yet to be completed despite missing its original 2025 deadline.
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About the Author
Proshun Chakraborty is a seasoned journalist with over 25 years of experience in civic and urban affairs reporting. Currently Editor-Civic Affairs at The Times of India, Nagpur, he leads coverage on municipal governance, public infrastructure, traffic management, RTO affairs, and urban policy shifts. Proshun has built a trusted network across citizens, bureaucracy, and the political landscape. He is highly respected for his depth in civic journalism and unwavering commitment to public interest reporting. His hobbies include reading, listening to music, and travelling.
