Bangladesh has set up the largest single sewage treatment plant in South Asia, capacity of 500,000 cu.mtrs per day

[Bilal9]

The Dasherkandi Sewage Treatment Plant undertaken by PowerChina in Bangladesh has greatly improved local environment​

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Published : Jan 5, 2023 - 00:10 Updated : Jan 5, 2023 - 00:10

DHAKA, Bangladesh, Jan. 4, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Beautiful beaches along the Balu River flowing through Dhaka, capital of Bangladesh, attract increasing numbers of visitors this year. The number of cruise ships, tourists, and residents is rising significantly during weekends. The once dirty and smelly river has turned clear, and villagers have begun to fish in the river, while children are having a great time swimming and playing in the water.


Main Plant Area of Dasherkandi Sewage Treatment Plant built by PowerChina.

The drastic improvement in water quality has been brought about with help from the Dasherkandi Sewage Treatment Plant on the river's west side. The China-funded project adheres to Chinese standards, and its construction was undertaken by Power Construction Corporation of China (PowerChina). The plant officially went into operation on April 1, 2022. The domestic sewage generated by some 5 million people in downtown Dhaka can be treated daily, which has greatly improved the water quality of the city.

This is the first modern large-scale sewage treatment facility in Bangladesh and the largest single sewage treatment plant in South Asia, with a sewage treatment capacity of 500,000 cubic meters per day.

The construction of the plant officially started on August 1, 2017, which mainly included the sewage lift station outside the plant, the sewage conveyance pipelines, the main plant area, and the sludge dry & incineration plant. The project provided more than 1,000 jobs and corresponding business training for the locals, and the total value of local equipment and materials purchased was about US $45 million, effectively driving local economic development.

The plant so far has treated more than 45 billion Ltrs of sewage from the municipal sewage network, and the domestic sewage of the five surrounding regions has been collected at the plant through the drainage system and effectively treated. The treated up-to-standard water is then discharged into a nearby river to further improve the local water environment. More residents nearby have also benefitted from environmental improvement. They sincerely thank the Chinese builders involved in the construction, and often warmly invite Chinese engineers to visit their homes.

"This was quite different from the traditional Chinese design model; making the design drawings was very demanding, and the approval process turned out to be difficult," said Zhang Chengbo, project manager of the Dasherkandi Sewage Treatment Plant. "We organized experienced designers, and adopted the on-site design model, greatly promoting the approval progress of the design drawings as a result."

Since the construction of the Dasherkandi Project, PowerChina has pitched similar projects to relevant ministries and cities in Bangladesh to solve the problem of urban water supply and sewage, and the mature Chinese technology is used to promote the national basin planning and further improve the water resources and water environment of Bangladesh.

In addition, in the field of renewable energy, PowerChina has applied to the Bangladesh government for more than 900 megawatts of development permits. PowerChina not only wants to treat sewage into clean water, but also bring green energy to Bangladesh.

 

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"This was quite different from the traditional Chinese design model; making the design drawings was very demanding, and the approval process turned out to be difficult," said Zhang Chengbo, project manager of the Dasherkandi Sewage Treatment Plant. "We organized experienced designers, and adopted the on-site design model, greatly promoting the approval progress of the design drawings as a result."

The Paragraph above says the plant was designed and built by a Chinese company. As far as I know, four more plants are being built in the country.

I just wish our local civil engineering companies build up their capacity and learn to design and build similar plants. All the urban centers need such plants and modern sewerage systems.

 

[从八品主簿]

The industries of Bangladesh and China are complementary, and better cooperation is a good vision for both parties

 

[BananaRepublicUK]

The industries of Bangladesh and China are complementary, and better cooperation is a good vision for both parties

We are looking at our Chinese buddies to help us get to mid income.

Bangladesh is a reliable Chinese partner under Hasina.

 

[SoulSpokesman]

@Bilal9

Bilal bhai,

Yet you keep abusing SHW and BAL.

Regards

 

[BananaRepublicUK]

@Bilal9

Bilal bhai,

Yet you keep abusing SHW and BAL.

Regards

He is an ungrateful child.

Blames his parents for all the bad and takes credit for all the good!

 

[从八品主簿]

We are looking at our Chinese buddies to help us get to mid income.

Bangladesh is a reliable Chinese partner under Hasina.

Bengal look relatively promising.The scale of the industry is also steadily increasing

 

[UKBengali]

Bengal look relatively promising.The scale of the industry is also steadily increasing

The story of the BD people throughout history.

Before the British arrived in S Asia it was one of the richest and most technologically advanced regions of the world. Rest of S Asia was backwards as ever. 50% of the Mughal empire wealth was concentrated in Bengal which had Dhaka, capita of BD, at it's commercial and cultural heart.

BD industry is flourishing in the areas of IT, pharmaceuticals and electronics.

BD only gained independence in 1971 and I would advise our E Asian friends to not lump us with the rest of S Asia as we are totally different to them.

 

[BananaRepublicUK]

The story of the BD people throughout history.

Before the British arrived in S Asia it was one of the richest and most technologically advanced regions of the world. Rest of S Asia was backwards as ever. 50% of the Mughal empire wealth was concentrated in Bengal which had Dhaka, capita of BD, at it's commercial and cultural heart.

BD industry is flourishing in the areas of IT, pharmaceuticals and electronics.

BD only gained independence in 1971 and I would advise our E Asian friends to not lump us with the rest of S Asia as we are totally different to them.

We actually have toilets and hence need treatment plants

 

[UKBengali]

We actually have toilets and hence need treatment plants

I think by 2035 BD would be the cleanest country in S Asia by some distance with excellent infrastructure all across the country.

It would be fantastic then to visit and go on a road trip by road, rail, boat etc to explore the country.

 

[BananaRepublicUK]

I think by 2035 BD would be the cleanest country in S Asia by some distance with excellent infrastructure all across the country.

It would be fantastic then to visit and go on a road trip by road, rail, boat etc to explore the country.

My plan is to spend winter months in BD.

 

[从八品主簿]

The story of the BD people throughout history.

Before the British arrived in S Asia it was one of the richest and most technologically advanced regions of the world. Rest of S Asia was backwards as ever. 50% of the Mughal empire wealth was concentrated in Bengal which had Dhaka, capita of BD, at it's commercial and cultural heart.

BD industry is flourishing in the areas of IT, pharmaceuticals and electronics.

BD only gained independence in 1971 and I would advise our E Asian friends to not lump us with the rest of S Asia as we are totally different to them.

Indeed, Calcutta is very similar to Bangladesh. It used to be the capital of India. It feels like the delta of India has been divided. Wondering if you prefer Pakistan or India?

 

[UKBengali]

Indeed, Calcutta is very similar to Bangladesh. It used to be the capital of India. It feels like the delta of India has been divided. Wondering if you prefer Pakistan or India?

I actually prefer India as at least it is progressing and should be able to at least somewhat keep up with BD in terms of economy.


Pakistan is destined to stay a 3rd world economy for at least all our lifetimes.

 

[从八品主簿]

I actually prefer India as at least it is progressing and should be able to at least somewhat keep up with BD in terms of economy.


Pakistan is destined to stay a 3rd world economy for at least all our lifetimes.

Yes, India's comprehensive level is still relatively good, especially in terms of industrial system, elite education, culture and art, it is the center of South Asia

 

[UKBengali]

Yes, India's comprehensive level is still relatively good, especially in terms of industrial system, elite education, culture and art, it is the center of South Asia

Not to mention that a stable and prosperous India is in BD national's interest.

It gives BD access to a huge market(FTA between BD and India to be signed soon) and is the gateway to cheap and clean hydroelectric power from Nepal and Bhutan. In 2026 500MW of hydroelectric electricity will flow to BD through India from Nepali plant.

India is as important to BD economy as either China or the USA is now. Maybe in 10-15 years India will be the most important trading partner for BD.