Ghaziabad, Oct. 26 -- The Uttar Pradesh Jal Nigam has prepared a detailed project report (DPR) to tap seven untreated drains flowing into the river Hindon in Ghaziabad, estimating the cost at around Rs.630 crore, officials said on Saturday.

According to officials, the DPR has been drafted in line with directions issued by the National Green Tribunal (NGT) in connection with a petition filed by Noida resident Abhisht Kusum Gupta, who raised concerns over pollution in the Hindon and its tributaries.

"The DPR has been prepared, and it involves a cost of about Rs.630 crore, including operations and maintenance for 15 years. The plan encompasses tapping seven drains and constructing a 140MLD sewage treatment plant (STP), which would require ...