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Punjab Launches Rs 65-Crore Biogas Plant in Ludhiana to Tackle Waste and Pollution
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News18•28-09-2026, 12:15
Punjab Launches Rs 65-Crore Biogas Plant in Ludhiana to Tackle Waste and Pollution
- •The Punjab Government has initiated a ’65-crore Compressed Bio-Gas (CBG) plant at Haibowal, Ludhiana, to process 300 tonnes of cattle dung daily.
- •The project aims to address pollution in the Budha Nala and reduce sewer blockages caused by waste disposal.
- •Spread across 2.5 acres, the plant will produce approximately five tonnes of CBG and organic manure daily, creating income opportunities for 435 dairy owners.
- •Targeted for completion by September 2027, the initiative will prevent waste from entering the Budha Nala, promoting cleaner water bodies and improved environmental management.
- •This project highlights the Punjab Government’s commitment to protecting water resources, sustainable waste management, and creating economic value from agricultural and dairy waste.
Key Questions Answered
The Punjab Government has initiated a Rs 65-crore Compressed Bio-Gas plant located at Haibowal in Ludhiana.
The compressed biogas plant project in Ludhiana is targeted for completion and expected to become operational by September 2027.
The project will directly benefit 435 dairy owners under the Waste-to-Wealth mission by scientifically processing 300 tonnes of cattle dung daily to produce around five tonnes of CBG and organic manure every day.
