COVID Wastewater Surveillance CSR: Early Warning and Disinfection Pilot for Chennai

Mitigating Infectious Diseases Through Surveillance and Control Technologies

Objective

• The primary objective of this study is to establish an early warning system for monitoring the spread of COVID-19 in Chennai, India, particularly during partial and lockdown periods.

Description

• Commence surveillance for COV2 and ARG in wastewater and aquatic environments, followed by the design process., Construct a 500 L/day pilot plant for disinfecting secondary treated wastewater to eliminate viruses, bacteria, and their genetic material entirely., Create an infection mitigation strategy using surveillance findings and deliver a policy whitepaper to the health ministry.

Impact

• The study's outcomes hold the potential for replication in various regions across India, offering valuable insights to policymakers and public health professionals. This real-time scientific assessment of COVID-19 transmission aids decision-makers in implementing appropriate measures and responses.