New Delhi: The Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) has announced the installation of biogas plants in key dairy colonies to address the issue of untreated cattle waste entering the Yamuna River. The first plant, located at Nangli Dairy, is scheduled to become operational by August 2025, with similar projects at Goyla and Ghoga dairies expected to be completed by next year.
Announcing the initiative, Satya Sharma, Chairperson of the Standing Committee, said the Corporation is taking scientific measures to process cattle dung, which otherwise flows into the Najafgarh Drain—a major contributor to Yamuna pollution.
“With approximately 1,500 dairies operating in Nangli and Goyla, the daily discharge of untreated dung poses a serious environmental risk. The new biogas plants will eliminate this problem by treating 200 tonnes of waste per day in a scientific manner,” Sharma stated.
She added that the biogas facilities will produce Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) and organic compost, which will be utilized by the MCD for energy and horticulture purposes. Each plant is being constructed at an estimated cost of ₹16 crore.
In a recent meeting, Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta directed MCD to take proactive steps under its jurisdiction to support the Yamuna cleaning mission. Acting on her instructions, the Corporation is accelerating construction timelines.
During a Standing Committee meeting, Sharma said that officials were instructed to avoid delays and ensure timely commissioning of the plants. “These projects mark a significant milestone in environmental protection, sustainable waste management, and local sanitation,” she added.
The biogas plants are expected to:
- Prevent cattle waste from polluting the Yamuna
- Contribute to clean energy production via CNG
- Support organic compost generation for MCD’s green initiatives
- Improve hygiene and reduce odor in surrounding areas
Sharma concluded by reaffirming MCD’s commitment to making Delhi cleaner, greener, and waste-free, aligning with the Delhi Government’s broader environmental vision.
