Chhattisgarh Takes a Major Step Towards Clean Environment and Net Zero Emissions: CM Sai
Raipur, January 17
Chhattisgarh has taken a significant initiative towards achieving a clean environment and net zero emissions. Speaking on the occasion of a historic tripartite Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signing for the production of compressed biogas from urban solid waste between the Chhattisgarh Biofuel Development Authority (CBDA), GAIL India Limited, Bharat Petroleum, and six municipal corporations, Chief Minister Shri Vishnu Deo Sai expressed his delight. He congratulated the organizations involved, stating that this step will give Chhattisgarh a new identity in cleanliness, energy production, and sustainable development.
The Chief Minister emphasized that today marks another important milestone in Chhattisgarh’s development. Under sustainable planning, the state is rapidly advancing towards the production of compressed biogas from urban solid waste.
He highlighted Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi’s Swachh Bharat Mission as a transformative initiative that heightened public awareness about cleanliness. The establishment of these plants in urban areas will not only fulfill the dream of clean and beautiful cities but also address energy needs by turning waste into energy.
The Chief Minister urged all involved organizations to complete the plant establishment within the stipulated time.
Key Highlights of the MoU
Production Capacity: The project aims to utilize approximately 350 metric tons of urban solid waste and 500 metric tons of surplus biomass daily to produce biofuel.
Daily Output: Around 70 metric tons of compressed biogas (CBG) will be produced daily from six plants.
Investment: The project will see an investment of around ₹600 crore, fully funded by GAIL and BPCL.
Revenue: The state will generate approximately ₹6 crore annually in GST revenue from the production and sale of biogas.
Environmental Benefits
The by-products from these plants will promote organic farming, reduce greenhouse gas emissions through effective waste disposal, and propel Chhattisgarh towards achieving net zero emissions.
MoU Details
Municipal Corporations of Ambikapur, Raigarh, Korba, Bilaspur, Rajnandgaon, and Dhamtari signed agreements with CBDA, GAIL, and BPCL.
Ambikapur, Raigarh, and Korba signed with GAIL India Limited.
Bilaspur, Rajnandgaon, and Dhamtari signed with Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited (BPCL).
Deputy Chief Minister Shri Arun Sao highlighted the importance of environmental conservation, cleanliness, and the waste-to-wealth concept under the leadership of Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi. He emphasized that such MoUs with reputed organizations will ensure quality work, making cities cleaner, more beautiful, and livable.
The event was attended by Principal Secretary to the Chief Minister Shri Subodh Singh, Secretary to the Chief Minister Shri P. Dayanand, Secretary Dr. Basavaraju S, and officials from GAIL, BPCL, CBDA, and the six municipal corporations.
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