The Gwadar Development Authority (GDA) has commenced the construction of an advanced wastewater treatment plant near the city center, as reported. The project aligns with the increasing business activity and population growth under the Gwadar Smart Port City Master Plan 2025. Designed to process 400,000 gallons of sewage and contaminated water, the facility aims to enhance environmental sustainability by making treated water reusable for agriculture, parks, gardens, and other green areas within the city.
A GDA representative explained that the treatment plant will collect wastewater from different sources, treat it, and then discharge it safely. The facility will play a vital role in eliminating pollutants to protect the environment. Senior hydrologist Abdul Ghani stressed the importance of proper wastewater treatment, stating that without it, contaminants could seep into the environment and cause ecological damage. He highlighted that wastewater treatment involves multiple stages, from filtering large solids to advanced techniques that remove microscopic pollutants, ensuring environmental and public health protection.
On March 27, GDA Director General Saifullah Khetran inspected the ongoing construction of the plant, receiving a detailed briefing from Chief Engineer Haji Syed Muhammad and Project Director Mirjan Baloch regarding the project’s progress and technical aspects. Previously, another treatment plant with the same capacity was installed near Senator Ishaq Cricket Ground, where wastewater is collected through a sewer network and treated using modern systems. During his visit, Khetran emphasized the importance of expediting the construction to complete the project ahead of schedule.
In a related development, the sewage treatment plant at Gwadar Port Complex was inaugurated last year by Shams Ul Haq Kalmati, former President of the Gwadar Chamber of Commerce and Industry (GCCI), alongside Gwadar Port Authority Chairman Pasand Khan Bulidi. Meanwhile, environmentalist Muhammad Rahim Baloch emphasized in an interview with Gwadar Pro that reusing treated water is crucial for sustainable water management, particularly in water-scarce regions. He noted that reclaimed wastewater can benefit ecosystems by maintaining streamflow, supporting plant life, and replenishing aquifers. Additionally, wastewater reuse in irrigation can serve as an alternative water source while reducing reliance on groundwater and lessening the demand for chemical fertilizers due to its natural nutrient content.
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