Lucknow: In a major boost to urban infrastructure and sanitation, the Yogi Adityanath-led Uttar Pradesh Cabinet on Thursday approved a ₹721.40 crore sewerage project for Zone-A-3 in Gorakhpur under the Atal Mission for Rejuvenation and Urban Transformation (AMRUT) 2.0. The project aims to strengthen sewerage management in the Gorakhpur Municipal Corporation area and promote sustainable urban development.
The approved project will directly benefit over 1.95 lakh residents across 17 municipal wards, ensuring scientific collection, treatment, and disposal of sewage. The decision is being seen as a significant step towards improving urban cleanliness, environmental protection, and overall quality of life in the city. The total project cost includes GST and centage charges.
State Government to Bear Entire Centage Cost
According to official details, the total sanctioned cost of the project stands at ₹721.40 crore, which includes ₹27.28 crore as centage. The funding structure comprises a ₹231.35 crore share from the Government of India, ₹435.00 crore from the State Government, and ₹27.76 crore from the local urban body. Notably, the entire centage amount will be borne by the State Government, easing the financial burden on the municipal corporation.
The Centre–State partnership under AMRUT 2.0 is expected to accelerate the execution of the project, serving as a model for integrated urban development.
Direct Benefits to 17 Wards
Once implemented, the project will ensure treated disposal of sewage generated from 17 wards of the Gorakhpur Municipal Corporation. Through 43,604 household sewer connections, a population of 1,95,947 people will receive direct sewerage services.
Officials stated that the project will play a crucial role in strengthening sanitation infrastructure, preventing environmental pollution, and supporting Gorakhpur’s long-term urban sustainability goals. The approval marks a decisive move towards creating cleaner, healthier, and more resilient cities under the AMRUT 2.0 framework.
