Water crisis: KWA to boost Aluva WTP output; Kochi to get additional 10 MLD water
The Kerala Water Authority is upgrading its Aluva water treatment plant by replacing aging pump sets to increase output for Kochi. While the project aims to provide an additional 10 MLD of water, local officials argue that a larger, permanent infrastructure solution is still required to meet the city's daily deficit.
Why it matters
Infrastructure upgrades are critical for addressing chronic urban water shortages in rapidly growing Indian cities.
With Kerala Water Authority’s (KWA) tender to enhance the efficiency of its 225 MLD water treatment plant (WTP) in Aluva finalised and agreements inked, an additional 10 MLD of treated water will be available for Kochi and its adjoining areas.
According to KWA officials, new motor pump sets will be installed at the WTP, replacing the old ones.
“These pump sets are being changed after more than two decades. Once the new ones are installed, there will be more discharge of water, and therefore more water can be distributed to Kochi and adjoining panchayats. The whole region will benefit when this additional water becomes available,” said a KWA source.
Ernakulam MLA T.J. Vinod said that while the additional 10 MLD could offer some relief, the city is in dire need of adequate water, which can only be achieved by setting up the 190 MLD WTP.
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