Leh, Aug 31: Additional Deputy Commissioner Leh, Ghulam Mohd (JKAS) convened a meeting regarding the laying of a 500mm HDPE pipe for an additional outlet line from STP to Agling Junction and then to the river Indus on 30th August 2025 at VC Room of the Deputy Commissioner’s Office, Leh.
During the meeting, Murtaza Haider Ali Khan, Executive Engineer (I&FC Division, Leh), delivered a comprehensive presentation on the status, challenges, and proposed solutions for the sewerage and Sewage Treatment Plant (STP) system in Leh town.The presentation highlighted : Existing Sewerage System, Additional Outlet Plan ,key Issues (Inflow of storm water, groundwater infiltration, need for a dedicated HT line due to power fluctuations, treated water outlet concerns, land demarcation for reuse strategy, and delay in maintenance fund release), Financial Allocation, Treated Water Reuse Strategy.
The ADC Leh suggested that the pipeline alignment should be taken along the mountain side instead of the road, so as to avoid damage to road infrastructure and reduce public inconvenience. He directed Murtaza Haider Ali Khan to conduct a detailed survey of the proposed alignment , and after that he himself participate in the survey, along with the Tehsildar, officers of the Municipal Committee, and other concerned officials ensuring first-hand assessment before final decisions are taken.
Further, the ADC Leh , directed the Executive Engineer, I&FC Division, to provide the ENOC of extension upload for the outlet pipe project to the river, particularly with respect to the fixing and repair of manholes under the project. He noted that an estimated ₹50 lakh will be required, which shall be taken up for sanction with NGT of the Municipal Committee, meeting of UT Ladakh.
The meeting was attended by Superintending Engineer, PHE/I&FC, Leh; Executive Engineer, Igoo Phey Division, Leh ; Executive Engineer, Construction Division, Leh ; Executive Engineer, I&FC, Leh; Executive Engineer, PDD, Leh ; Executive Engineer, STD PDD, Leh; Executive Officer, MC, Leh.
