The Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) is installing three biogas plants in dairy colonies to prevent waste from flowing into the Yamuna River.
The biogas plants will be installed in the dairy colonies under the jurisdiction of the MCD to scientifically manage the disposal of cattle dung, Standing Committee Chairperson Satya Sharma said on Sunday.
This initiative aims to curb direct or indirect discharge of organic waste into the Yamuna River.
Satya Sharma informed that the biogas plant at Nangli Dairy will be operational from August, while plants at Goyla and Ghoga dairies are expected to be ready by next year.
The Standing Committee chairperson pointed out that approximately 1,500 dairies operate in the Nangli and Goyla areas. These dairies generate a large quantity of cattle dung daily, much of which flows through small drains into the Najafgarh Drain. Since this drain directly connects to the Yamuna, the waste pollutes the river. With the construction of these plants, dung will be scientifically processed, effectively preventing pollution of the Yamuna.
She further shared that in a recent meeting, Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta had emphasised the need for the MCD to make serious efforts at its own level to clean the Yamuna. Acting on her directions, the Corporation is expediting all related works. This initiative will undoubtedly contribute significantly to the Yamuna cleaning mission.
Sharma mentioned that in a Standing Committee meeting, officials were directed to avoid unnecessary delays in the setting up and operation of these plants. The initiative will not only support Yamuna cleaning efforts but will also be an inspiring step toward making Delhi a cleaner and greener capital.
These three biogas plants will have the combined capacity to scientifically-processed 200 tonnes of cattle dung daily.
Each plant is constructed at an estimated cost of Rs 16 crore.
The plants will produce Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) and organic compost. The generated CNG will be used as an energy source, helping conserve natural resources.
The organic manure will be used in the horticulture activities of the Municipal Corporation.
The project represents a major step toward environmental protection, waste management, and improvement in local sanitation.
She added that these plants are an important step towards safeguarding the environment. Not only will the project ensure proper utilisation of organic waste like cattle dung, but it will also allow for local-level production of energy and organic manure.
Moreover, it will help reduce foul odors and unhygienic conditions. She concluded by saying that in alignment with the Delhi government’s vision, MCD is making concrete efforts to make Delhi a cleaner and waste-free city.