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GOBARdhan: Cow Dung Biogas Scheme Set to Transform Rural Economy
✍️ thehindubusinessline.com
🗓 27 Sep 2026, 11:34 AM
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The Ministry of Agriculture’s GOBARdhan initiative aims to convert cow dung into biogas, promising new jobs and cleaner energy for villages across India.
The GOBARdhan scheme, launched by the Ministry of Agriculture, focuses on setting up biogas plants that use cow dung as a feedstock. By providing a reliable source of renewable energy, the program seeks to reduce dependence on kerosene and diesel in rural households.
Beyond energy, the initiative is expected to create employment opportunities in plant construction, maintenance and distribution. It also aims to curb methane emissions, contributing to India’s climate goals.
The government has earmarked funds for pilot projects in several states, with plans to scale up after evaluating performance. Farmers and local communities are encouraged to participate through subsidies and technical support.
Experts view GOBARdhan as a potential game‑changer for rural economies, offering a sustainable model that blends agriculture, energy and environmental stewardship.
Beyond energy, the initiative is expected to create employment opportunities in plant construction, maintenance and distribution. It also aims to curb methane emissions, contributing to India’s climate goals.
The government has earmarked funds for pilot projects in several states, with plans to scale up after evaluating performance. Farmers and local communities are encouraged to participate through subsidies and technical support.
Experts view GOBARdhan as a potential game‑changer for rural economies, offering a sustainable model that blends agriculture, energy and environmental stewardship.