MCD and NDDB sign MoU for 80 biogas plants to clean Yamuna
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Why in news
The MCD and NDDB signed an MoU to establish 80 biogas plants to treat cattle waste and prevent pollution in the Yamuna River.
Background
The Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) and National Dairy Development Board (NDDB) signed the MoU to set up compressed biogas plants using cow dung. The initiative includes a payment of Rs 1 per kg of cow dung to farmers and aims to prevent waste from entering the Yamuna.
Facts for Prelims
- BodyNDDB: National Dairy Development Board operates under the Union Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying
- FactThe MoU targets the establishment of 80 biogas treatment plants across Delhi
- FactFarmers are to be incentivized with Rs 1 per kg of cow dung collected
- FactTarget deadline for zero dirty water entry into Yamuna is December 2028
For Mains
Q. Discuss the role of waste-to-energy initiatives in achieving the 'Namami Gange' and 'Yamuna Action Plan' objectives while promoting circular economy principles in urban waste management.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Circular economy integration: Converting organic waste into compressed biogas to reduce landfill pressure and carbon footprint
- Incentive-based collection: Addressing the logistical challenge of waste segregation at the source through direct farmer payments
- Inter-agency coordination: Synergy between municipal bodies (MCD) and central dairy boards (NDDB) for decentralized waste treatment
Keywords: Circular Economy · Waste-to-Energy · Decentralized Treatment · Organic Farming · Urban Sanitation
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