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Compressed Biogas (CBG) plant of Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited inaugurated at Brahmapuram Kochi
Chief Minister Shri. Pinarayi Vijayan inaugurates the plant in the presence of Union Minister of State for Petroleum and Natural Gas and Tourism Shri Suresh Gopi
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27 FEB 2026 6:05PM by PIB Thiruvananthpuram
Kochi, February 27, 2026: Chief Minister Shri Pinarayi Vijayan virtually inaugurated the Compressed Biogas (CBG) plant of Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited at Brahmapuram in Kochi on Friday (February 27, 2026) in the presence of Shri Suresh Gopi, Union Minister of State for Petroleum and Natural Gas and Tourism.
With the establishment of the plant, the state has taken a significant leap forward in the sustainable management of biodegradable waste, Pinarayi Vijayan said while inaugurating the facility. He added that Kochi has become the first city in Kerala to commission a CBG plant for the treatment of biodegradable waste.
“The CBG plant will process 150 tonnes of source-segregated biodegradable Municipal Solid Waste (MSW) per day. It will generate 5.6 tonnes of compressed biogas and 28 tonnes of organic manure daily. The project is mutually beneficial to both BPCL and the Kochi Corporation,” he said.
He further noted that similar plants will be set up in other districts, including Kozhikode, Kollam, Palakkad, Thrissur and Kottayam. “Once these facilities become operational, Kerala will witness substantial advancements in the management and treatment of biodegradable waste,” he said.
Union Minister Shri. Suresh Gopi said the plant has become a reality through the collaborative efforts of the Kerala Government, the Kochi Corporation, Maharatna Public Sector Undertaking BPCL, and the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas, Government of India. He emphasised that the vision and leadership of Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi and Home Minister Shri Amit Shah also played a crucial rolein facilitating the realisation of the CBG plant in the state. Their guidance inspired public sector undertakings under the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas to actively pursue such sustainable initiatives.
“The National Policy on Biofuels, 2018 provides a comprehensive framework to promote bioenergy in India by encouraging the production and use of biofuels. The Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas is setting up 195 CBG plants across the country to promote compressed biogas, of which seven are coming up in Kerala. The Kochi plant stands as a strong testament to India’s commitment to clean energy, the circular economy, and sustainable urban development. It demonstrates how municipal waste can be transformed into eco-friendly fuel, thereby supporting environmental protection and generating livelihoods. This initiative will inspire many more such projects across the country,” he said.
He further appreciated the efforts of the State Government and BPCL in making the project a reality. “I will certainly acknowledge and consider the efforts put forth by the State Government. A couple of years ago, this land was a major concern for everyone. Today, it has transformed into a source of renewable energy,” he said.
Shri. M B Rajesh, Minister for Local Self Governments, Rural Development & Excise and Shri P Rajeev, Minister of Law, Industries & Coir, Govt of Kerala also spoke. Other dignitaries present on the occasion include Shri Sanjay Khanna, Director (Refineries) with Additional Charge of Chairman & Managing Director, BPCL, Adv. P V Sreenijin, Member of Legislative Assembly, Kunnathunadu, Adv. Minimol V.K, Mayor of Kochi Municipal Corporation and Chacko M Jose, Executive Director, BPCL Kochi Refinery and Smt. Anupama TV IAS, Secretary LSGD.
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