Future-Ready Waste Water Treatment Plant Transforming Sanitation in Dhaka
The reconstruction and expansion of the Pagla waste water treatment plant in Dhaka marks one of Bangladesh’s largest urban sanitation initiatives. Executed under a DBO model for Dhaka WASA, this project strengthens the city’s capacity to manage rapidly increasing wastewater loads while helping restore the ecological health of the Buriganga River.
Municipal Wastewater Treatment Plant Supporting Dhaka’s Growing Population
Designed for an initial 200,000 m³/d capacity and expandable up to 800,000 m³/d, this municipal wastewater treatment plant provides a scalable solution for the city’s long-term sanitation needs. The waste water treatment plant integrates international engineering standards to safely treat sewage for a metropolitan area exceeding 20 million residents.
Waste Water Treatment Plant with Advanced Biological & Sludge-to-Energy Systems
The Pagla facility incorporates a modern Activated Sludge Treatment Process with partial nitrification, ensuring efficient removal of pollutants, improved effluent quality, and enhanced environmental compliance. The sludge produced in this sewage treatment plant is anaerobically digested to generate biogas, enabling renewable power production and reducing carbon emissions.
A Landmark Municipal Wastewater Treatment Plant Advancing Sustainability in Bangladesh
Funded by the World Bank and AIIB under the Dhaka Sanitation Improvement Project (DSIP), this waste water treatment plant demonstrates WABAG’s leadership among global wastewater treatment companies. With its combined focus on sanitation, energy efficiency, and river restoration, the Pagla STP stands as a critical component of Dhaka’s urban development plan.
Comprehensive DBO Scope for the Pagla Waste Water Treatment Plant
The DBO scope covers design, engineering, supply, construction, installation, commissioning, and five years of O&M. This ensures a fully integrated approach, enabling the waste water treatment plant to achieve reliable and seamless operations throughout its lifecycle.
Treatment Technology for High-Performance Municipal Wastewater Management
The municipal wastewater treatment plant employs advanced activated sludge technology with partial nitrification, ensuring efficient load reduction and improved effluent clarity. This technology ensures regulatory compliance and supports Dhaka’s environmental protection goals.
Sludge-to-Energy System Enhancing Plant Sustainability
Anaerobic digestion converts sludge into biogas, which is used for power generation through gas engines. This reduces dependence on grid electricity and lowers greenhouse gas emissions, elevating the waste water treatment plant into a model of circular and sustainable operation.
Impact on the Buriganga River and Dhaka’s Environment
The upgraded sewage treatment plant will play a vital role in restoring the water quality of the Buriganga River. By reducing untreated wastewater discharge, the municipal wastewater treatment plant improves public health, environmental safety, and the city’s overall livability index.
Leadership Among Wastewater Treatment Companies in South Asia
WABAG’s successful delivery of the Pagla waste water treatment plant under challenging site conditions showcases its engineering strength among wastewater treatment companies. This project reinforces WABAG’s commitment to delivering innovative, sustainable, and scalable sanitation infrastructure for rapidly expanding urban centers.