PROJECT REPORT
Development of Bulk Drug Park with Hazardous Waste
Management Facility, Una, Himachal Pradesh
1. Introduction
India’s pharmaceutical sector is a critical component of its healthcare
ecosystem and exports. In line with the government’s vision for
'Atmanirbhar Bharat' (Self-reliant India), the Bulk Drug Park (BDP) at
Una, Himachal Pradesh, is one of three sanctioned under the national
scheme for bulk drug manufacturing hubs. The initiative aims to reduce
India’s dependence on imports of Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients
(APIs) by creating a cost-effective and integrated infrastructure
platform.
The park spans 1,405.41 acres and covers villages such as Kuthar Beet,
Pollian Beet, Tibbian, Jodian, Janani, and Malluwal in Haroli Tehsil. The
project is owned by the Department of Industries, GoHP, and managed
by the Himachal Pradesh Bulk Drug Park Infrastructure Limited
(HPBDPIL). Implementation will be carried out by HPSIDC Ltd. under an
Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) model with a long-
term operations and maintenance (O&M) mandate.
2. Project Objectives
- Lower Manufacturing Costs: By providing world-class common
facilities and infrastructure, the park aims to reduce costs and enhance
global competitiveness.
- Environmental Compliance: Through centralized and scientifically
designed waste treatment facilities, the park supports industries in
meeting environmental regulations affordably.
- Self-Reliance: Reducing dependence on bulk drug imports is a national
priority, and this park is a key enabler.
- Economies of Scale: Co-location of industries enables shared services
and better resource optimization.
3. Site Overview and Connectivity
The Bulk Drug Park is strategically located with robust connectivity:
- Highway Access: NH-503A runs adjacent to the site.
- Rail Access: 5 km from Jaijon Railway Station and 20 km from Nangal
Station.
- Air Access: 50 km from Adampur Airport; 127 km from Chandigarh
International Airport.
Topography: The terrain is semi-hilly, lying between the Sivalik Hills
and Solah Singhi Range. The Swan River, a seasonal stream, passes
through the Jaswan Valley in the region.
4. Land Use and Zoning Plan
The total land area is 1,405.41 acres, divided into:
Processing Zone (52.94%):
- Industrial Plots: 557.60 acres
- Green Areas Within Plots: 186.40 acres
Non-Processing Zone (47.06%):
- Commercial area, green belts, utility areas, STPs/CETPs/WTPs, roads,
logistics, and public amenities
A 15-meter green buffer along boundaries is included to reduce
environmental impact.
5. Hazardous Waste Management Facility (HWTSDF)
A key component of the BDP is its Hazardous Waste Treatment, Storage
and Disposal Facility (HWTSDF), designed to handle 50,000 metric
tonnes (MT) of industrial waste annually.
Purpose: To ensure hazardous waste from industrial units is managed
safely in compliance with Hazardous and Other Wastes (Management
and Transboundary Movement) Rules, 2016.
6. Waste Treatment & Disposal Methods
Hazardous waste at the park is treated using multiple advanced
technologies to minimize environmental and health risks. These
include:
1. Chemical Treatment:
- Neutralization: Balances acidic or alkaline wastes to a safe pH.
- Oxidation and Reduction: Converts harmful substances into less
hazardous forms.
- Precipitation: Removes heavy metals by forming solid precipitates.
- Ion Exchange: Used for removing contaminants like heavy metals from
liquids.
2. Thermal Treatment:
- High-temperature incineration destroys hazardous organic
compounds using specialized equipment like rotary kilns and fluidized-
bed incinerators.
- It reduces waste volume significantly but requires air pollution control
systems.
3. Biological Treatment:
- Land Farming: Organic wastes are mixed with soil and biologically
degraded using microbes.
- Bioremediation: Microbes are introduced to contaminated sites to
break down pollutants. Genetically engineered microbes may also be
used.
4. Physical Treatment:
- Solidification and Stabilization: Waste is encapsulated in cement,
asphalt, or polymers to prevent leaching.
- Filtration, sedimentation, flotation, and evaporation help reduce waste
volume or remove solids from liquids.
5. Disposal:
- Secure Landfills: Designed with double liners, leachate collection
systems, impermeable covers, and groundwater monitoring.
- Surface Storage: Temporary containment using engineered piles or
lined lagoons.
- Deep-Well Injection: Liquid wastes are pumped into deep,
impermeable rock formations below the groundwater table.
7. Scope of Work
Responsibilities of the EPC contractor include:
- Design, construction, and commissioning of HWTSDF
- Setup of field labs and monitoring systems
- Approval and clearance from CPCB and other authorities
- Recruitment and training of staff
- Emergency and safety planning
- Environmental monitoring and reporting
- Record maintenance as per statutory norms
8. Operation & Maintenance (O&M) Plan
The facility will be operated and maintained for 25 years, including:
- Periodic hazardous waste collection (at least once in 90 days)
- Transport under manifest system using authorized vehicles
- On-site treatment, storage, and disposal
- Accident and emergency response
- Periodic reporting and environmental monitoring
- Training, staffing, and equipment upkeep
9. Environmental and Regulatory Compliance
The project complies with:
- Hazardous Waste Rules, 2016
- CPCB Guidelines (HAZWAMS/17/2000-01)
- MoEF&CC Notification S.O.1533 dated 14.09.2006
- EIA and public hearing requirements
- State and central regulatory mandates
10. Conclusion
The Bulk Drug Park in Una, Himachal Pradesh, demonstrates a
sustainable approach to industrial development. Its integrated
hazardous waste management system ensures environmental safety,
regulatory compliance, and supports India's pharmaceutical
manufacturing growth. The project stands as a benchmark for modern
industrial parks in India.
