A Study On Waste Water Management Practices In Textile Units Of Agraharam, Erode City

Abstract

The textile industry is a significant contribution to industrial development in Tamil Nadu, particularly in Erode district, which is renowned for its textile processing. Textile dyeing and finishing procedures generate significant amounts of effluent containing colours, salts, chemicals, and organic contaminants. Numerous small-scale and medium-sized textile companies operate next to residential areas in Agraharam, one of Erode City's densely populated neighbor-hood, creating major environmental and public health issues. Considering these facts, this study evaluated the state of the textile units' current waste water management procedures in Agraharam and evaluated the reasons why inappropriate waste water disposal has negative effects on the environment and human health. As a result, primary data were obtained using structured questionnaires from textile unit owners, workers, and neighbor-hood residents, while secondary data were gathered from government reports and published studies. The findings show that a lack of effluent treatment facilities, inconsistent functioning of Effluent Treatment plants, and wastewater discharge into open drains are frequent in the research area. In fact, they have led to water pollution, groundwater contamination, and inhabitants' health problems. To protect the environment and public health, the report underlines the need for further improvements in waste treatment facilities, stringent regulatory enforcement, and the use of sustainable management practices.