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Time of India
2 days ago
- Business
- Time of India
Uttar Pradesh rolls out Gram-Urja model to cut LPG use by 70% in rural homes
Uttar Pradesh rolled out the Gram-Urja model to boost energy self-sufficiency and employment opportunities for rural households. The initiative promotes the local production of organic fertiliser and aims to reduce domestic LPG use by 70 per cent , the state government said in a statement on Tuesday. The initiative is being integrated with the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee (MGNREGA) scheme, and is planned to directly benefit farmers. Biogas units will be installed near individual households or farms, enabling farmers to produce both cooking gas and organic fertiliser for personal use. This will cut farming costs and improve productivity, the statement added. Rural households will benefit from the construction of personal cattle sheds , and the dung generated will be used in biogas units to produce kitchen fuel. Additionally, farmers can sell the leftover slurry as organic fertiliser to nearby cultivators, creating a new income stream and enhancing self-sufficiency, the statement said. Anurag Srivastava, OSD, Uttar Pradesh Gauseva Commission, said that domestic biogas units installed at the village level will reduce kitchen LPG consumption by nearly 70 per cent . This will not only lower household expenses but also support environmental conservation . The government also plans to establish biogas and organic fertiliser plants in 43 selected cow shelters. Each shelter is expected to produce up to 50 quintals of slurry per month, which will be a valuable resource for nearby farmers engaged in organic farming.
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Business Standard
2 days ago
- Business
- Business Standard
UP rolls out Gram-Urja model to cut LPG use by 70 pc in rural homes
Uttar Pradesh rolled out the Gram-Urja model to boost energy self-sufficiency and employment opportunities for rural households. The initiative promotes the local production of organic fertiliser and aims to reduce domestic LPG use by 70 per cent, the state government said in a statement on Tuesday. The initiative is being integrated with the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee (MGNREGA) scheme, and is planned to directly benefit farmers. Biogas units will be installed near individual households or farms, enabling farmers to produce both cooking gas and organic fertiliser for personal use. This will cut farming costs and improve productivity, the statement added. Rural households will benefit from the construction of personal cattle sheds, and the dung generated will be used in biogas units to produce kitchen fuel. Additionally, farmers can sell the leftover slurry as organic fertiliser to nearby cultivators, creating a new income stream and enhancing self-sufficiency, the statement said. Anurag Srivastava, OSD, Uttar Pradesh Gauseva Commission, said that domestic biogas units installed at the village level will reduce kitchen LPG consumption by nearly 70 per cent. This will not only lower household expenses but also support environmental conservation. The government also plans to establish biogas and organic fertiliser plants in 43 selected cow shelters. Each shelter is expected to produce up to 50 quintals of slurry per month, which will be a valuable resource for nearby farmers engaged in organic farming.
Time of India
2 days ago
- Business
- Time of India
Uttar Pradesh rolls out Gram-Urja model to cut LPG use by 70% in rural homes
Uttar Pradesh rolled out the Gram-Urja model to boost energy self-sufficiency and employment opportunities for rural households. The initiative promotes the local production of organic fertiliser and aims to reduce domestic LPG use by 70%, the state government said in a statement on Tuesday. The initiative is being integrated with the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee (MGNREGA) scheme, and is planned to directly benefit farmers. Biogas units will be installed near individual households or farms, enabling farmers to produce both cooking gas and organic fertiliser for personal use. This will cut farming costs and improve productivity, the statement added. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like How Much Does It Cost to Rent a Private Jet - The Prices May Surprise You! Private Jet I Search Ads Learn More Undo Rural households will benefit from the construction of personal cattle sheds , and the dung generated will be used in biogas units to produce kitchen fuel. Additionally, farmers can sell the leftover slurry as organic fertiliser to nearby cultivators, creating a new income stream and enhancing self-sufficiency, the statement said. Live Events Anurag Srivastava, OSD, Uttar Pradesh Gauseva Commission, said that domestic biogas units installed at the village level will reduce kitchen LPG consumption by nearly 70%. This will not only lower household expenses but also support environmental conservation . The government also plans to establish biogas and organic fertiliser plants in 43 selected cow shelters. Each shelter is expected to produce up to 50 quintals of slurry per month, which will be a valuable resource for nearby farmers engaged in organic farming.
Indian Express
06-07-2025
- Politics
- Indian Express
UP govt to roll out cow-based rural income scheme soon
The Uttar Pradesh government has decided to roll out a new initiative to strengthen rural economies by combining cow protection with livelihood opportunities, an official said on Sunday. Under the scheme, Mukhyamantri Sahbhagita Yojana, farmers can maintain one to four cows, construct cattle sheds through MGNREGA, and install small biogas units to promote clean energy and sustainable income sources, the official added. Anurag Srivastava, the OSD of the Uttar Pradesh Gau Seva Commission, confirmed that the blueprint of the scheme, designed to boost self-reliance in villages, was complete and would be launched shortly. 'The scheme will encourage organic farming, bio-fertilizer production, and clean energy use. It also aims to generate stable employment, particularly for women's self-help groups and rural youth, who will be key participants in the project,' a statement issued by the government read. The government said the Mukhyamantri Sahbhagita Yojana 'presents a holistic approach to rural development, encompassing cow conservation, organic agriculture, renewable energy, and community empowerment by blending traditional cattle-rearing with modern technology. 'The initiative is expected to foster greener, economically stronger villages across the state,' it added. On Saturday, the state government said UP was the frontrunner in cow protection and livestock development in the country, accounting for 16 per cent of India's cattle population. Citing the 20th Livestock Census (2019), the government claimed that the state is home to 1.90 crore cattle, including 11.84 lakh stray cattle, and added that after Yogi Adityanath became CM in 2017, cow protection became a top priority in the state. According to the government, while livestock contributes 4.11 per cent to India's GDP overall, UP contributes a much higher, 7.1 per cent. The state also produces 390 lakh metric tonnes of milk every year, strengthening the rural economy. Under the Chief Minister's Indigenous Cow Promotion Scheme and the Nandini Krishak Samriddhi Yojana, native breeds like Sahiwal, Gir, and Tharparkar are being promoted. Through schemes like the Nandini Krishak Samriddhi Yojana, the government is helping set up units with 25 milch cows, with 50% of the beneficiaries being women. Under the Fodder Policy 2024, Napier grass is being grown on 230 hectares of land, aiming to produce 1.73 lakh quintals of green fodder.
Time of India
02-07-2025
- Business
- Time of India
UP to promote use of Panchgavya-based products in all dists
Lucknow: Aiming to encourage natural farming and increase organic agricultural productivity, the state govt is planning to use growth promoters and organic pesticides in all 75 districts of the state. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now According to a state govt spokesperson, the campaign will impact all three fronts of employment, environmental protection, and agricultural reform. According to experts, this will ensure the safety of crops and increase productivity by 20%. The spokesperson said that a comprehensive plan was prepared for the production and marketing of 'Panchgavya' products made from cow dung, cow urine, milk, curd, and ghee. By joining this scheme, women in rural areas will become self-reliant, and local youth will get new employment opportunities at the local level. Under the scheme, women of self-help groups in each district will be given the responsibility of manufacturing, marketing, and training of Panchgavya-based products. In addition, farmers will be given special training programs so that farming can be made chemical-free and environmentally friendly. Anurag Srivastava, OSD of Uttar Pradesh Gau Seva Commission, said that recently the commission conducted a state-wide inspection and studied livestock density, available land, water sources, and cow shelters. Besides this, an action plan was made to connect local youth in the marketing of growth promoters and organic manure. "This will give new impetus to organic farming. On the other hand, local employment opportunities will be generated in the rural economy," the spokesperson said.
