The Indian government has achieved a significant milestone in its transition to clean energy with the commissioning of 132 Compressed Bio Gas (CBG) plants. These plants have a combined production capacity of 920 tonnes per day, making a substantial contribution to the country’s sustainable energy goals. The CBG plants are part of the Sustainable Alternative Towards Affordable Transportation (SATAT) initiative, launched in 2018, which aims to convert agricultural and organic waste into clean fuel.
The SATAT initiative has been instrumental in promoting rural economic growth, reducing carbon emissions, and supporting rural livelihoods. The program has also encouraged entrepreneurs to supply CBG for commercial distribution, with major oil and gas marketing companies such as Indian Oil Corporation and Bharat Petroleum participating in the initiative. The government has announced that additional CBG capacity is currently under development, indicating a continued commitment to expanding the country’s clean energy infrastructure.
In addition to the SATAT initiative, the government has taken steps to strengthen domestic energy production and reduce dependence on imports. In December 2025, the government offered 50 new exploration and production blocks for oil, gas, and coal-bed methane assets. The bidding rounds include incentives such as graded royalty rates, pricing freedom, and relaxed eligibility norms, making it easier for companies to invest in India’s energy sector.
The government has also introduced legislative reforms, including the Oilfields (Regulation and Development) Amendment Act, 2025, and the PNG Rules, 2025, which have created a unified regulatory framework and improved the ease of doing business in the energy sector. These reforms are expected to attract more investment in the sector and accelerate the country’s energy transition. Overall, India’s efforts to promote clean energy and reduce dependence on imports are gaining momentum, with the commissioning of CBG plants and the introduction of new bidding rounds and legislative reforms.