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Imphal, Jan 17:
A seminar cum orientation and awareness programme on small bio-gas plants, titled “Transforming Waste into Clean Energy,” was held at the Sangai Hall of Thouram Ama Hotel, Imphal. The event was sponsored by the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE), Government of India, under the “Information and Public Awareness (I&PA) Programme,” and was organized by the Manipur Renewable Energy Development Agency (MANIREDA).
The seminar was inaugurated by Dr. Shailesh Kumar Chourasia, IAS, Commissioner (Power), Government of Manipur and Member Secretary of MANIREDA, along with N. Praveen Singh, IAS, Director of MANIREDA. The event was attended by a large number of participants, including stakeholders in the energy sector, government officials, and beneficiaries of renewable energy initiatives.
During the seminar, Director N. Praveen Singh emphasized the importance of bio-gas plants in Manipur and expressed the need for their widespread adoption. He stated that the goal was to establish 5,000 bio-gas plants across the state as part of the MNRE’s National Biogas Mission. The initiative aims to convert agricultural and other waste products into clean energy, which can significantly reduce dependence on traditional fuel sources and contribute to a cleaner environment.
The seminar also highlighted that bio-gas plants, designed with prefab structures, would be installed in 1-cubic meter and 2-cubic meter capacities across various locations in the state. A total of 150 bio-gas plants are expected to be installed, and these would help reduce waste, provide energy, and improve the quality of life for local communities. Additionally, 40% of the installation cost will be subsidized by the MNRE, while the state government will provide a 30% subsidy, making bio-gas plants more affordable for beneficiaries.
The awareness programme also included discussions on the installation process, with officials from IIT Guwahati providing technical insights. It was noted that the Minor Irrigation Department and the Veterinary Department would also collaborate to install bio-gas plants in their respective areas. The event concluded with a call to action for wider adoption of bio-gas plants, which will contribute to sustainable energy use and environmental conservation in the region.
