Plant will utilise around two lakh tonnes of rice straw to generate about three crore litres of Ethanol annually
Production of biofuel will empower farmers through provision of additional income generation opportunity
It will also contribute to reduction of about three lakh tonnes of Carbon Dioxide equivalent emissions per year
বিশ্ব জৈব জ্বালানি দিবস উপলক্ষে আগামী ১০ আগস্ট হরিয়ানার পানিপথে ২জি ইথানল প্ল্যান্টটি জাতির উদ্দেশে উৎসর্গ করবেন প্রধানমন্ত্রী শ্রী নরেন্দ্র মোদী। দেশে জৈব জ্বালানির উৎপাদন ও ব্যবহার বাড়াতে গত কয়েক বছর ধরে সরকার যে বিভিন্ন পদক্ষেপ গ্রহণ করেছে, এটি তারই এক অংশবিশেষ। দেশের জ্বালানি ক্ষেত্রকে সুলভ, সহজসাধ্য, দক্ষ ও নিরন্তর করে তুলতে প্রধানমন্ত্রী যে অনলস প্রচেষ্টা চালিয়ে যাচ্ছেন, এই ইথানল প্রকল্পের সূচনা তারই একটি গুরুত্বপূর্ণ সংযোজন।
এই ২জি ইথানল প্ল্যান্টটি গড়ে তুলতে ব্যয় হয়েছে ৯০০ কোটি টাকা। প্রকল্প গড়ে তোলার দায়িত্বে ছিল ইন্ডিয়ান অয়েল কর্পোরেশন লিমিটেড (আইওসিএল)। অত্যাধুনিক দেশীয় প্রযুক্তি ব্যবহার করে এই প্রকল্পটির উৎপাদন হয়ে উঠবে ভারতের ‘বর্জ্য থেকে সম্পদ’-এ রূপান্তর প্রচেষ্টার এক গুরুত্বপূর্ণ মাইলফলক। বছরে ৩ কোটি লিটার ইথানল উৎপাদনে ব্যবহার করা হবে প্রায় ২ লক্ষ টন ধানের খড়। প্রকল্পটি থেকে তরল বর্জ্য নিষ্ক্রমণের কোনও আশঙ্কা থাকছে না। প্রকল্পে ধানের খড়ের সাহায্যে উৎপাদন বাস্তবায়িত হলে বছরে প্রায় ৩ লক্ষ টন কার্বন ডাই-অক্সাইডের সমপরিমাণ দূষিত গ্যাস নির্গমনের আশঙ্কা হ্রাস পাবে যা কিনা দেশের সড়কগুলি থেকে বছরে ৬৩ হাজারটি পুরনো গাড়ি তুলে নেওয়ার সমতুল্য।
India has been under the international spotlight this week, with significant developments in diplomacy, economic growth, technological advancement, and cultural recognition. From pivotal diplomatic visits to groundbreaking achievements in defense and technology, India’s story has been one of progress and influence on the world stage.
Diplomatic Triumphs
One of the focal points of this week was the achievements of PM Narendra Modi’s visit to Kuwait on Dec 21-22, the first bilateral prime ministerial visit to the Gulf nation in 43 years. The world sees the visit PM Narendra Modi’s strategic move to strengthen ties in a region undergoing significant transitions. It not only closes a crucial gap in India’s diplomacy with the Gulf but also signals the nation’s proactive stance in navigating the complex geopolitics of West Asia.
Economic and Technological Advances
In the realm of finance and technology, India has made headlines by surpassing China to top the Asian IPO rankings. According to data from Dealogic for 2024, India is poised to become the world’s second-largest equity fundraising market, a testament to the robust investor confidence in the Indian market. This achievement reflects India’s economic resilience and growth potential.
India has also taken significant steps towards semiconductor self-reliance. The initiation of construction for semiconductor fabrication and packaging units marks a promising start in the nation’s quest to carve a niche in the global semiconductor industry. Read more about this here.
Additionally, India’s maritime sector is set for a transformation, with an investment of $10 billion over the next 25 years to make India one of the world’s top shipbuilding nations. This development not only aims at bolstering India’s maritime capabilities but also positions it as a key player in the global maritime industry.
Defense and Strategic Developments
India’s strides in defense technology have also been a topic of global conversation. The successful test of a hypersonic missile places India among an elite group of nations with such capabilities, enhancing its strategic posture in regional geopolitics. This advancement underlines India’s growing military prowess.
Adding to the narrative of self-reliance, Prime Minister Modi’s push for domestic production of defense equipment, including the K9 Vajra-T artillery platforms, has been highlighted. This initiative not only boosts the ‘Make in India’ campaign but also fortifies national security through indigenous innovation.
Cultural and Leadership Recognition
In the cultural sphere, the influence of Indian cinema was acknowledged with tributes to Shyam Benegal, an influential director known for his contributions to India’s ‘parallel cinema.’ Benegal’s work from the 1970s, which challenged mainstream Bollywood by focussing on social issues, has been celebrated, reflecting India’s rich cultural fabric on the international stage.
Moreover, the week saw accolades for Indian-origin individuals in leadership roles abroad. Nirav Patel’s appointment as CEO of Mastech Digital in the US stands out, highlighting the global recognition of Indian talent in tech and business leadership.
Religious Freedom and Vision for the Future
The discourse on India’s democratic ethos was enriched by statements from figures like Mary Millben, who praised India’s commitment to religious freedom as a hallmark of its democracy. Such endorsements bolster India’s image as a pluralistic society.
India’s goal of Viksit Bharat by 2047 as envisioned by PM Modi has received endorsement from Indermit Gill, chief economist at World Bank. Complementing PM Modi on his vision, Gill believes that India will see its prime potential over the next two decades. Read more about India’s future prospects here.
The week has painted a picture of India as a nation on the move, not just in terms of economic metrics but also in cultural, technological, and diplomatic arenas. The global coverage reflects a growing recognition of India’s multifaceted development and its increasing influence on the world stage.
From the Gulf’s diplomatic corridors to the cutting-edge labs of defense technology, from the boardrooms of American companies to the cultural dialogues of cinema, India’s story this week has been one of global engagement, innovation, and leadership.
