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Uttar Pradesh to Produce Methane from Cow Dung on a Large Scale: A Boost to Rural Economy and Green Energy

This initiative, a first of its kind on such a large scale in the state, aims to enhance green energy, promote sustainable farming, and generate employment in rural areas
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Under the visionary leadership of CM Yogi Adityanath, Uttar Pradesh is set to witness a major transformation in its rural economy through an ambitious plan to produce methane gas from cow dung. This initiative, a first of its kind on such a large scale in the state, aims to enhance green energy, promote sustainable farming, and generate employment in rural areas.

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Methane Production to Fuel Vehicles and Create Jobs

For the first time, cow dung will be used extensively to produce methane gas that will power vehicles and strengthen the rural economy. Experts estimate that a single cow can provide enough dung annually to produce methane equivalent to 225 liters of petrol. Once purified and converted into Compressed Bio-Gas (CBG), this methane can enable a vehicle to travel over 5,500 kilometers.

Cow Dung to be Processed at CBG Plants

According to Mr. Shyam Bihari Gupta, Chairman of the Uttar Pradesh Gau Seva Aayog, approximately 54 lakh kilograms of cow dung are generated daily from destitute cattle across the state. This dung will be processed in CBG plants to produce methane gas. The resulting biogas will serve multiple purposes – from cooking fuel in rural homes to heating fuel in small industries and as an organic solution for natural farming. The initiative is expected to generate substantial income for rural stakeholders.

‘Waste to Gold’ Concept Gains Ground

Dr. Anurag Srivastava, Officer on Special Duty (OSD) at the Gau Seva Aayog, described the project as a major step towards a greener and more self-reliant economy. He stated that this form of ‘methane farming’ holds great potential as an alternative to fossil fuels.

Dr. Srivastava emphasized that methane derived from cow dung is a natural, eco-friendly, and cost-effective energy source. The scheme is a strong push toward the ‘waste to gold’ concept, aligning with broader goals of environmental sustainability and rural empowerment.

A Green Future for Rural Uttar Pradesh

This initiative marks a significant step in Uttar Pradesh’s journey towards green energy and rural development. By tapping into the untapped potential of cattle waste, the state government is not only addressing the challenge of destitute cattle but also turning it into an economic opportunity for thousands in rural areas.

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