Patan, Gujarat, India | Gujarat Urban Development Company Ltd. (GUDC)
Hon. Supreme Court has passed an order to make scientific treatment and disposal of solid waste mandatory, as per the MSW-Rules-2000. Government of Gujarat thereby initiated the formation of Gujarat Urban Development Projects (GUDP) programme, with an aid of US $ 300 million from the World Bank. GUDC was appointed as a nodal agency vide the resolution dated 13/09/05 to implement the Municipal Solid Waste Management project for the ULBs of the state of Gujarat. Technical consultants were appointed for Designs, DPRs, DTPs & Supervision of landfill sites at critical stages during construction work.
Patan Landfill site located in the state of Gujarat is one of the many landfill sites under the GUDC programme.
Considering the vital importance of the project for an effective growth of the city and protection of the environment, Consultants approved the use of Nonwoven Geotextile in the Patan landfill site. TechFab (India) Industries Ltd met all the tender specifications required for the Nonwoven Geotextile to be used in the landfill site. TechFab (India) Industries Ltd thereby successfully supplied TechGeo Nonwoven Geotextile with mass per unit area of minimum 500 Gsm. TechGeo (Nonwoven Geotextile) supplied was made of Polypropylene staple fibre, needle punched and UV stabilized as per the tender specifications. Third party testing of TechGeo was carried out at Central Institute of Plastics Engineering & Technology (CIPET) and was found satisfactory.
The project was part of the Gujarat Urban Development Projects (GUDP) under the Supreme Court’s directive for scientific solid waste management as per MSW Rules 2000. It aimed to provide safe and sustainable disposal of municipal solid waste for urban local bodies in Gujarat.
The project was implemented by the Gujarat Urban Development Company Ltd. (GUDC), the nodal agency appointed by the Government of Gujarat.
Need for scientific waste disposal in compliance with national regulations.
Ensuring long-term environmental protection.
Meeting strict tender specifications for landfill construction materials.
Providing a durable solution against chemical, biological, and UV exposure.
Consultants approved the use of TechGeo PP Nonwoven Geotextile supplied by TechFab India.
Mass per unit area: Minimum 500 GSM.
Material: Polypropylene staple fibre, needle punched, UV stabilized.
Functions: Separation, filtration, cushioning, and protection in landfill lining systems.
Quality assurance: Third-party testing at CIPET confirmed compliance with specifications.
Acts as a separation layer between waste and soil.
Provides filtration and drainage, preventing clogging.
Offers cushioning and protection for geomembranes against punctures.
Ensures long-term durability under harsh landfill conditions.
The landfill at Patan was successfully constructed with TechGeo Nonwoven Geotextile, ensuring:
Compliance with MSW Rules 2000.
Enhanced environmental protection.
Long-term performance and durability of the landfill system.
Client satisfaction with product quality and timely supply.
TechGeo PP Nonwoven Geotextile (≥500 GSM) supplied by TechFab India Industries Ltd.
