Tue Feb 24 15:36:29 UTC 2026: ### Headline: Wenlock Hospital Sewage Treatment Plant to Undergo Upgrade

The Story:

The Department of Health and Family Welfare has approved an upgrade to the sewage treatment plant (STP) at the District Government Wenlock Hospital in Mangaluru. The upgrade will increase the plant’s capacity from 350 KLD to 500 KLD at a cost of ₹2 crores. The approval was granted on Monday, February 24, 2026. Wenlock Hospital, established in 1848, spans 13.02 acres, consists of 21 blocks, and currently has 905 beds.

Key Points:

  • The sewage treatment plant at Wenlock Hospital will be upgraded.
  • The capacity will increase from 350 KLD to 500 KLD.
  • The project will cost ₹2 crores.
  • Approval was granted on February 24, 2026.
  • Wenlock Hospital was established in 1848 and has 905 beds.

Key Takeaways:

  • The upgrade indicates a commitment to improving sanitation infrastructure at Wenlock Hospital.
  • The increased capacity suggests either an anticipated increase in patient numbers or an effort to better manage existing waste output.
  • The investment reflects a broader government focus on public health and environmental management.

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