How is India generating 920 TPD energy from farm waste with 132 compressed biogas plants?
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Synopsis
Discover how India is transforming waste into energy! Union Minister Hardeep Singh Puri announces the achievement of 920 TPD from 132 biogas plants, contributing to cleaner energy and rural income. This innovative approach under PM Modi's leadership is a game-changer for sustainability and energy independence.
Key Takeaways
- India has 132 biogas plants generating 920 TPD of energy.
- Initiative supports rural income and reduces emissions.
- Part of the Sustainable Alternative Towards Affordable Transportation (SATAT).
- Significant expansion in household energy networks.
- Focus on reliability, efficiency, and future readiness.
New Delhi, Jan 3 (NationPress) Union Minister for Petroleum and Natural Gas, Hardeep Singh Puri, announced on Saturday that India’s infrastructure for compressed bio-gas and household energy now includes 132 compressed biogas plants, collectively producing 920 tonnes per day (TPD).
“What was once mere waste is now fueling progress. Today, India boasts 132 Compressed Bio Gas plants generating 920 TPD, with further capacity set to increase under the Sustainable Alternative Towards Affordable Transportation (SATAT) initiative. This transformation of farm and organic waste into clean fuel not only boosts rural income but also reduces emissions, all under the guidance of PM Narendra Modi,” Puri shared in a post on social media platform X.
The minister further highlighted that India's extensive household and fuel network has expanded significantly, now reaching 33 crore Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) households, which includes 10.35 crore Ujjwala connections. An additional 25 lakh connections are set to raise the total to 10.60 crore connections.
This network also comprises 1.58 crore piped natural gas (PNG) homes, 8,428 compressed natural gas (CNG) stations, a pipeline infrastructure of 25,429 km, and an increasing capacity for LNG.
The minister stated that this swift expansion is the result of sustained efforts, emphasizing that “trust is established through systems that operate effectively every day.”
“India’s energy infrastructure is structured for reliability, efficiency, and future readiness under the proactive leadership of PM Narendra Modi,” the post on X continued.
The government has implemented various strategies to boost the availability of natural gas for power generation, including the expansion of the National Gas Grid to connect domestic gas resources and Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) terminals with power plants.
Additionally, it has introduced a unified tariff, established LNG terminals, and permitted domestic gas producers with pricing and marketing freedom to sell domestic gas up to 500 million standard cubic metres (mmscm) or 10 percent of annual production from their contract area, whichever is greater, annually through authorized gas exchanges.
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Point of View
I believe that India's initiative to convert farm waste into energy marks a significant step towards sustainability and innovation. This approach not only addresses waste management but also enhances energy security and rural livelihoods. It reflects a forward-thinking policy that is crucial for India's economic and environmental future.
NationPress
03/01/2026
Frequently Asked Questions
How much energy is generated by India's biogas plants?
India's biogas plants are currently producing 920 tonnes per day (TPD) of energy.
How many biogas plants are operational in India?
There are 132 operational compressed biogas plants in India.
What is the Sustainable Alternative Towards Affordable Transportation (SATAT)?
SATAT is an initiative aimed at promoting the development of compressed bio-gas as an alternative fuel source.
What is the impact of biogas plants on rural income?
Biogas plants contribute to rural income by converting farm waste into a valuable energy resource.
Who is leading the initiative for energy transformation in India?
The initiative is being led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
