Veolia secures O&M contracts for Mumbai water treatment plants

Veolia's securing of 15-year operations and maintenance (O&M) contracts for Mumbai's upcoming Bhandup and Panjrapur Water Treatment Plants marks a significant development in India's water infrastructure sector. Appointed as the technology provider by Welspun Enterprises Ltd, the deal encompasses a substantial combined capacity of 2,910 million liters per day (MLD). This partnership with Welspun, under the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation's purview, positions Veolia to leverage its expertise in optimized resource management to enhance water treatment efficiency and reliability in a major metropolitan area. The deal's long-term nature underscores a commitment to sustainable water management practices. While the financial value of the contracts remains undisclosed, the scale of the project and the involvement of key players like Veolia and Welspun Enterprises suggest a considerable investment. This deal highlights the growing trend of public-private partnerships in addressing India's increasing demand for clean and reliable water resources. Veolia's role as a technology provider and O&M contractor further solidifies its position as a leading player in the global water management market, particularly in emerging economies.