The Uttar Pradesh government, led by Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, has initiated a large-scale biogas plant installation project across the state with technical support from the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Delhi. Eighteen biogas plants have been set up in Palinda village of Jhansi as part of the first phase.
Biogas Plants and Natural Farming
The project aims to develop Palinda village as a Natural Farming Village, where biogas produced from cow dung will provide cooking fuel to households. This initiative is part of the government's Cow Protection Campaign and is expected to eliminate the need for chemical fertilizers, promoting organic farming practices.
A team of experts from IIT Delhi, led by Professor Virendra Kumar Vijay, will provide technical support for installing and maintaining biogas plants in villages across Uttar Pradesh. The team includes Ratnesh Tiwari, Akshay Srivastava, Chintan Dave, and Dr. Mangaram.
Benefits and Future Plans
The establishment of biogas plants is expected to have multiple benefits, including providing high-quality organic manure to farmers and ensuring the availability of chemical-free food products. Shyam Bihari Gupta, chairman of the Cow Service Commission, stated that the campaign would be extended to other districts in the state, presenting a new model of clean villages, healthy farmers, and a self-reliant Uttar Pradesh.
The Uttar Pradesh government plans to develop one Model Village in every district, with the biogas plant initiative being a key component. The success of this project will be closely watched, as it has the potential to transform the rural economy and promote sustainable farming practices.
- 18 biogas plants set up in Palinda village, Jhansi
- Technical support provided by IIT Delhi
- Promotes natural farming and organic manure
- Expected to eliminate chemical fertilizers
- To be extended to other districts in Uttar Pradesh
