{
  "type": "article",
  "title": "Gobardhan Scheme Approved: Target Set for 3 Percent Biogas Blending in CNG for Current Fiscal",
  "summary": "The Union Cabinet has cleared the Rs 23,731 crore Gobardhan scheme to mandate phased compressed biogas blending in CNG and PNG across India.",
  "content": "Following the successful rollout of ethanol blending in petrol, the Central Government has accelerated its strategy to integrate compressed biogas into compressed natural gas. The Union Cabinet, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, approved the Gobardhan scheme with a total outlay of Rs 23,731 crore. Under this initiative, abundant biomass resources including agricultural residues, cattle dung, sugarcane bagasse, municipal organic waste, and other biodegradable materials will be converted into clean fuel, organic bio-fertilizers, rural income opportunities, and national economic output.\n\nTargeting a 10-Fold Surge in Compressed Biogas Output\nThe primary goal of this policy push is to expand domestic Compressed Biogas (CBG) manufacturing capacity nearly tenfold, attract substantial private investment, and foster a robust circular bio-economy nationwide. By scaling up home-grown bio-energy, India aims to reduce its heavy dependency on imported energy supplies. The Gobardhan scheme will be implemented across a ten-year timeframe, running from FY 2026-27 to FY 2035-36, establishing CBG as a cornerstone of the nation's future energy landscape.\n\nNo Modifications Required for Vehicles or Gas Networks\nCompressed Biogas represents a clean, renewable fuel produced directly from organic waste streams. Once refined, this biogas will be blended directly into standard CNG supplies. Importantly, integrating CBG into the gas stream requires no technical overhaul or modifications to current vehicle engines, retail pumps, or gas distribution channels. The fuel will flow directly from production plants into existing supply pipelines to reach consumer outlets seamlessly.\n\nMandatory Phased Blending Schedule for CNG and PNG\nTo incentivize production and adoption across the energy sector, the National Biofuels Coordination Committee (NBCC) approved phased mandatory CBG blending targets for City Gas Distribution networks, covering both commercial automotive CNG and residential piped natural gas (PNG). Official information from Indian Oil indicates that mandatory blending kicked off at 1 percent in FY 2025-26. The mandate steps up to 3 percent biogas blending in CNG during the current financial year. It will then scale further to 4 percent in FY 2027-28 and reach 5 percent in FY 2028-29.\n\nWhat this means for you\n• Across India: Blending biogas into CNG will lower vehicular emissions and promote environmental sustainability.\n• In Rural Areas: Farmers and cattle owners will benefit from new income sources by monetizing livestock waste and crop residues.\n\nQuestions & Answers\n\n1. What is the total financial outlay approved for the Gobardhan scheme?\nThe Union Cabinet has approved a budgetary outlay of Rs 23,731 crore for the Gobardhan scheme.\n\n2. What is the biogas blending target in CNG for the current financial year?\nThe target for biogas blending in CNG for the current financial year is set at 3 percent.\n\n3. Will existing CNG vehicles require engine modifications for blended biogas?\nNo, existing vehicle engines and distribution infrastructure do not require any modifications.\n\n4. What is the implementation tenure of the Gobardhan scheme?\nThe scheme will be implemented over a 10-year period from FY 2026-27 to FY 2035-36.\n\n5. What is the long-term blending target for FY 2028-29?\nThe mandatory blending target will increase to 5 percent by FY 2028-29.",
  "url": "https://trendkia.com/en/auto/gobardhan-yojana-ko-mnjuri-chalu-vitta-varsha-men-cng-men-hogi-3-pratishata-bayogaisa-ki-blendinga-15333",
  "category": "Auto",
  "publishedAt": "2026-08-09",
  "tags": [
    "Gobardhan Scheme",
    "CNG Blending",
    "Compressed Biogas",
    "Union Cabinet",
    "Renewable Energy",
    "Indian Economy"
  ],
  "language": "en",
  "site": "TrendKia"
}