The Ministry of Petroleum & Natural Gas announced on 22 October 2026 that a state-level outreach workshop on the GOBARdhan Scheme was held in Mumbai. The event, organised by BPCL, aimed to accelerate the development of the Compressed Biogas (CBG) sector by discussing the Model State CBG Policy and the SASCI 2026–27 framework. The ministry also highlighted that the fifth edition of India Energy Week will take place from 28 to 31 January 2027 in Kolkata, focusing on indigenous CBG solutions. This global event expects over 75,000 energy professionals and 700+ exhibitors to attend.
Key points
- Workshop held in Mumbai to promote the GOBARdhan Scheme and Compressed Biogas (CBG) development.
- India Energy Week 2027: 28–31 January 2027 in Kolkata.
- IEW 2027 expects 75,000+ energy professionals and 700+ exhibitors.
- Maharashtra aims for 65% renewable energy for electricity demand by FY 2035–36.
- Maharashtra targets green hydrogen production capacity of 500 KTPA by 2030.
When it applies
- State-level outreach workshop on the GOBARdhan Scheme
- India Energy Week 2027
Who it affects
- policymakers, energy leaders, technology innovators, investors and industry stakeholders