India's First Bio-Bitumen-Based National Highway Inaugurated by Nitin Gadkari
| Summary/Static | Details |
|---|---|
| Why in the news? | India's First Bio-Bitumen Stretch Inaugurated by Nitin Gadkari |
| Location | Mansar, Nagpur, Maharashtra, on NH-44 |
| Key Technology | Lignin-based bio-bitumen developed by Praj Industries in collaboration with CSIR-CRRI. |
| Environmental Benefits | Reduces greenhouse gas emissions by 70% compared to fossil-based bitumen. |
| Economic Impact | Reduces India's import dependency on bitumen (currently 50%). |
| Agricultural Impact | Helps reduce stubble burning and provides additional revenue for farmers. |
| Sustainability Goals | Aligns with India's vision for sustainable industrial growth and Aatmanirbhar Bharat. |
| CNG from Biomass Projects | 400 projects in process, 60 lakh tonnes of parali used in CNG production, reducing pollution. |