India’s First Cooperative Compressed Biogas Plant

On 5th October 2025, the Centre inaugurated India’s first cooperative multi-feed Compressed Biogas (CBG) plant at Maharshi Shankarrao Kolhe Sahakari Sakhar Karkhana in Kopargaon, Ahilyanagar district, Maharashtra.

  • This milestone marks a significant step towards sustainable energy, circular economy practices, and self-reliance in the country’s sugar sector.

Key Points

  • The plant will produce 12 tons of Compressed Biogas (CBG) daily and 75 tons of potash from jaggery/molasses.
  • The initiative will reduce India’s reliance on imported CBG and potash.
  • Maharshi Shankarrao Kolhe Sahakari Sakhar Karkhana serves as a model for implementing a 100% circular economy in sugar ....
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