About The Project

HCL Foundation initiated an environmental remediation project in Rabupura to address severe wastewater contamination caused by effluents from a slaughterhouse. The existing drainage infrastructure was inadequate, resulting in the overflow of blood and sewage onto a nearby state road and into a local pond, leading to significant environmental and public health risks.

The project aimed to clean and rehabilitate the existing drain and pond, redesign the drainage network, and construct a Sewage Treatment Plant (STP) to ensure that wastewater is treated before being discharged into the pond. The proposed infrastructure would enable safe return of treated water to the pond, thereby restoring water quality and improving overall environmental conditions in the area.

Urban Innovation Lab (UIL) was commissioned to design a comprehensive engineering solution, including an RCC box drain, an STP tank, and pond renovation measures. The scope also included preparation of detailed design drawings and a Bill of Quantities (BOQ) to facilitate implementation. The drainage system was designed along a state road corridor, ensuring compliance with local regulations and long-term operational sustainability.

Description of Actual Services Provided

1. Site Assessment and Data Collection

• Conducted comprehensive site inspections in Rabupura to assess existing drainage systems and pond conditions, identifying contamination sources and overflow points.
• Engaged with HCL Foundation representatives and local authorities to gather technical data, environmental context, and community-level impact insights.

2. Design and Engineering

• Prepared detailed engineering designs for an RCC box drain to efficiently channel wastewater from the slaughterhouse to the treatment facility.
• Designed the Sewage Treatment Plant (STP) tank, including capacity calculations, hydraulic design, and overflow management mechanisms.
• Redesigned and rehabilitated the pond structure with improved water storage, treatment, and discharge mechanisms to meet environmental standards.
• Integrated the entire drainage alignment along the state road, ensuring structural stability, regulatory compliance, and long-term functionality.

3. Preparation of Bill of Quantities (BOQ)

• Developed a detailed BOQ covering construction of the RCC box drain, STP tank, and pond renovation works.
• Outlined material specifications, labour requirements, cost estimates, and implementation quantities to provide financial clarity.
• Aligned cost estimates with project budget considerations to support efficient execution planning.

4. Design Drawings and Technical Documentation

• Prepared comprehensive design and working drawings for construction, including structural layouts, cross-sections, and alignment plans.
• Developed supporting technical documentation, including specifications, compliance notes, and environmental safeguards.

5. Review, Validation, and Iteration

• Facilitated multiple review consultations with HCL Foundation and engineering experts to refine designs.
• Incorporated stakeholder feedback and ensured alignment with regulatory standards and project objectives.

6. Final Deliverables

• Submitted finalized design drawings, working drawings, BOQ, and complete technical documentation.
• Provided an implementation-ready engineering package to enable seamless construction and execution.

The final designs established a technically robust and environmentally sustainable solution, significantly improving wastewater management, restoring pond health, and enhancing overall environmental quality in Rabupura.