The massive biomining project at Njeliyanparamba aims to clear 2.33 lakh cubic metres of legacy waste by July 2027, paving the way for a biogas plant and a public park.

  • Target to clear 2.33 lakh cubic metres of legacy waste at Njeliyanparamba.
  • Project aims to reclaim 12.6 acres of land by July 2027.
  • BPCL to establish a Compressed Biogas (CBG) plant on 7 acres of the site.
  • The remaining 4.5 acres will be developed into a public park.

Kozhikode Corporation Mayor O. Sadasivan has announced that the biomining operations to clear the decades-old 'legacy waste' mound at Njeliyanparamba are making steady progress. The initiative addresses a long-standing environmental grievance for local residents who have suffered from the massive dumpsite for years.

During a high-level review meeting held on Tuesday, officials assessed the progress of the scientific disposal of waste. Launched in March 2026, the project is tasked with processing approximately 2.33 lakh cubic metres of accumulated waste across the 12.6-acre site. The ultimate goal is to reclaim the entire land for productive use by July 2027.

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Why This Matters

BozokMedia analysis shows that this project represents a critical shift from traditional dumping to circular economy principles. Once the land is reclaimed, Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited (BPCL) will set up a Compressed Biogas (CBG) plant. This facility will allow the city to treat organic waste locally, converting a massive liability into a valuable energy resource.

The transition from a dumpsite to a biogas plant is a landmark step in urban sustainable development and carbon footprint reduction.

The project is being executed under the aegis of the Kerala Solid Waste Management Project (KSWMP) by Chennai-based Zigma Global Environ Solutions Private Limited. Deputy Mayor S. Jayasree noted that 2.5 acres have already been reclaimed, with over 20,000 cubic metres of waste treated so far.

Historical Background

For decades, the Njeliyanparamba site served as a primary dumping ground, leading to the accumulation of massive mounds of waste. This caused significant environmental issues, including methane emissions and contaminated wastewater runoff that affected nearby residential areas. The current biomining and bioremediation efforts are designed to scientifically deconstruct these mounds.

Did You Know?: Biomining uses biological processes to stabilize waste and separate organic matter from inorganic materials, effectively 'cleaning' the soil.

Frequently Asked Questions

Question 1: What will happen to the reclaimed land?
Answer: 7 acres will be used for a BPCL biogas plant, and 4.5 acres will be converted into a public park.

Question 2: Who is managing this project?
Answer: The project is managed by the Kozhikode Corporation and KSWMP, with Zigma Global Environ Solutions executing the work.