PM Modi hails Union Cabinet's decisions on compressed biogas scheme, road project in Assam
National 06 Aug, 2026

PM Modi hails Union Cabinet's decisions on compressed biogas scheme, road project in Assam

Business To Business New Delhi, 06 August, 2026:   Narendra Modi on Thursday welcomed the Union Cabinet's approval of the GOBARdhan Scheme and a new four-lane access-controlled highway between Guwahati and Tezpur in Assam, saying the decisions will boost clean energy, improve connectivity and encourage investment.
GOBARdhan Scheme
The Cabinet approved a Rs 23,731-crore national scheme to accelerate the production of compressed biogas (CBG).
The scheme aims to:

  • Increase production of compressed biogas using agricultural residue and municipal waste.
  • Reduce India's dependence on imported fossil fuels.
  • Promote scientific waste management.
  • Support the country's clean energy transition.
  • Create a stronger ecosystem for investment and innovation in the bioenergy sector.
Guwahati–Tezpur Highway
The Cabinet also approved the construction of a four-lane access-controlled highway between Guwahati and Tezpur.
According to the Prime Minister, the project will:
  • Strengthen seamless connectivity in Assam.
  • Improve transportation efficiency.
  • Support regional economic development.
  • Enhance logistics and infrastructure in the Northeast.
Modi said both decisions reflect the government's focus on building modern infrastructure while advancing sustainable energy solutions, creating a more predictable environment for investment, innovation and long-term economic growth.

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