Archive · 29 Sep 2026
Pollution Board Moves To Close Two Prawn Units
Pollution officials inspected two prawn-processing factories in Nellore district.
They said both factories were releasing wastewater without properly treating it.
The factories had treatment plants, but officials alleged those systems were not being used adequately.
Officials also said the factories were burning solid waste.
The Waterbase factory produced about eight tonnes of waste each day.
Abad Overseas produced about 20 tonnes each day.
The factories were also criticized for not having enough greenery and environmental safeguards.
The pollution board began steps that could lead to the factories being closed.
The board said protecting people, water, and the environment was a priority.
The Andhra Pradesh Pollution Control Board ordered stringent action against two prawn-processing units in Nellore district.
Officials alleged both units discharged untreated wastewater into canals despite having Effluent Treatment Plants.
The Waterbase Ltd. unit reportedly generated about eight tonnes of waste daily, while Abad Overseas generated about 20 tonnes.
Officials also alleged that solid waste was burned instead of being scientifically managed.
APPCB Chairman P. Krishnayya directed closure proceedings and warned of zero tolerance for environmental violations.
- Who
- The Andhra Pradesh Pollution Control Board, Chief Environmental Engineer M. Rajasekhar, Chairman P. Krishnayya, and the operators of The Waterbase Ltd. and Abad Overseas Pvt. Ltd.
- What
- The board initiated stringent action, including steps toward closure, against two prawn-processing units accused of pollution-control violations.
- When
- The inspections and action were reported after officials visited the units; no specific date was provided.
- Where
- The Waterbase unit is in Ananthapuram, Thotapalligudur mandal, and Abad Overseas is in Kudithipalem, Indukurpet mandal, in Nellore district, Andhra Pradesh.
- Why
- Officials alleged the units discharged untreated wastewater, burned solid waste, and lacked adequate environmental safeguards.
- Regulator
- Andhra Pradesh Pollution Control Board
- Affected units
- The Waterbase Ltd. and Abad Overseas Pvt. Ltd.
- District
- Nellore, Andhra Pradesh
- Alleged violation
- Discharge of untreated wastewater into canals
- Daily waste output
- About eight tonnes at The Waterbase and about 20 tonnes at Abad Overseas
- Additional concern
- Solid waste was allegedly burned instead of being scientifically managed
- Potential action
- Steps toward issuing closure orders