Monitoring and Evaluation of FSTPs and co-treatment plants in Uttar Pradesh, Phase II

December 09, 2025

The Centre for Science and Environment (CSE) has partnered with Uttar Pradesh state government to enhance the skills of its urban and sanitation planning and implementation.

This report assesses the effectiveness of 14 faecal sludge and cotreatment plants in the state. It includes the evaluation of 11 faecal sludge treatment plants (FSTPs) and three sewage treatment plants (STPs) that incorporate co-treatment.

The Environment Monitoring laboratory rigorously evaluated the treatment efficiency of these facilities. Based on its findings, the report offers recommendations to improve the performance and long-term sustainability of both FSTPs and co-treatment units. Furthermore, it highlights the potential for the safe reuse of treated effluent and outlines the restricted safe applications for the resulting biosolids.