Pune: PMC Seeks ₹887 Crore from JICL To Set Up STPs In 16 Merged Villages
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The Pune Municipal Corporation (PMC) is actively seeking to secure ₹ 887 crore from Japan International Cooperation Limited (JICL) to fund the remaining costs of sewage treatment plants (STPs) and drainage networks in 16 newly merged villages within the PMC limits. A crucial meeting regarding the funding is scheduled for next week, according to PMC officials.
On June 5, the state government granted in-principle approval for ₹581 crore under the Atal Mission for Rejuvenation and Urban Transformation (AMRUT) 2.0 scheme to support these projects. The villages set to benefit include Mahalunge, Sus, Kirkatwadi, Pisoli, Kondwe Dhawade, Kopare, Nanded, Khadakwasla, Nanhe, Nandoshi, Sanasnagar, Mangdewadi, Bhilarewadi, Gujar Nimbalkarwadi, Jambhulwadi, and Kolewadi.
These areas are strategically located above the central part of the city, making the establishment of STPs and sewers crucial in reducing the influx of polluted water into Pune. The PMC had initially submitted a proposal to the state government on June 11, 2022, seeking a total grant of ₹1,456 crore under the AMRUT 2.0 scheme.
A senior official explained the funding structure, stating, “Under the AMRUT 2.0 scheme, the Maharashtra government will cover 25% of the costs, the central government will also contribute 25%, and the PMC will be responsible for the remaining 50%. Discussions are ongoing with JICA to secure financial support for the remaining amount.”
In addition to seeking external funding, the PMC has allocated ₹80 crore in its 2024-25 budget for these projects. A tender process for ₹40 crore has already commenced, prioritizing the development of drainage pipelines in the 16 targeted villages.
The successful completion of these projects is expected to significantly improve the sewage infrastructure in these areas, contributing to a cleaner and healthier environment for the residents of Pune.
