Biogas Plant Transforms Village: Samastipur Panchayat Lights Homes, Saves Money

• Motipur Panchayat in Samastipur installs biogas plants in every home, eliminating the need for LPG cylinders.
• Villagers receive free biogas kits, producing gas from cow dung and organic waste, saving INR 1,500-2,000 monthly.
• The initiative, implemented under the MNREGA scheme, costs approximately INR 56,000-57,000 per plant.
• Biogas connections also provided to government schools, preparing midday meals for over 650 children.
• Residue from biogas plants is used as organic fertilizer, promoting sustainable agriculture and reducing chemical dependency.