India, Feb. 5 -- The Municipal Corporation of Manesar (MCM) plans to seek a status report on the sewage disposal norms adopted by 74 residential societies under its jurisdiction, said officials on Tuesday.

Officials said the societies will be directed to provide detailed reports showing treatment norms, along with the functioning of sewage treatment plants (STPs) in their vicinity. The decision was taken amid the growing concerns over the improper disposal of wastewater at empty plots.

Earlier on January 29, HT reported that tankers have been disposing untreated water containing suspended solids, harmful bacteria, and chemical toxins at barren land parcels in sectors 77, 78, 79, 80 and 82.

"Societies will be asked to provide a standard...