Siddipet, Telangana Apr 13: Juno Joule Bio Fuels Private Limited, a leading player in India’s emerging bio-energy sector, today announced the groundbreaking of its flagship Compressed Bio-Gas (CBG) project at Narmetta Industrial Area in Siddipet district, Telangana. The project marks a significant step in advancing sustainable waste-to-energy solutions and strengthening India’s clean fuel ecosystem.
The initiative is part of a larger cluster development comprising 10 CBG plants, each with a capacity of 10 Tons Per Day (TPD), aggregating to a total production capacity of 100 TPD, with a total planned investment of INR 700 crore. The first phase, being launched at Narmetta, comprises three CBG units (10 TPD each) with an investment of INR 210 crore, and is envisioned as a key hub for scalable bio-energy production in the state. The project will be implemented in three phases – Phase 1 (3 plants), Phase 2 (3 plants), and Phase 3 (4 plants) – with the entire cluster expected to be completed by 2029–2030, contributing to India’s transition toward circular and low-carbon energy systems.
The groundbreaking ceremony was attended by prominent dignitaries including Shri Duddilla Sridhar Babu, Minister for IT, Electronics & Communications, Industry & Commerce and Legislative Affairs, Government of Telangana, and Shri Bhubaneswar Kalita, Member of Parliament, Rajya Sabha and Chairman of the Parliamentary Standing Committee on Science & Technology, Environment, Forests and Climate Change.
The event was also graced by Shri N. K. Premachandran, Member of Parliament, Lok Sabha; Shri Santosh Bagrodia, Former Union Minister of Coal; and other distinguished leaders and officials including Shri T. Harish Rao, MLA (Siddipet); Shri Rayapati Sambasiva Rao, Former Member of Parliament; Shri V. Hanumantha Rao, Former Member of Parliament, Rajya Sabha; Shri K. Shashanka, IAS, VC & MD – TGIIC; Shri J. Nikhil Chakravarthy, IAS, Director of Industries, Government of Telangana; Shri P. V. Ramesh, IAS (Retd.), Former Chairman & Managing Director, REC Limited; and Shri S. V. Pillai, Former OSD, Prime Minister’s Office.
Senior representatives from GAIL (India) Limited, Bhagyanagar Gas Limited (BGL), industry stakeholders, and government officials were also present, underscoring the strategic importance of the project.
The project is being implemented under the Government of India’s CBG–CGD Synchronisation Scheme, which aims to integrate compressed bio-gas into the City Gas Distribution (CGD) network. By enabling the supply of domestically produced, renewable gas into existing infrastructure, the initiative aligns with national priorities under Atmanirbhar Bharat and programmes such as GOBARdhan, reducing reliance on imports while strengthening long-term energy security.
Juno Joule’s CBG plants will convert agricultural residue such as paddy straw, along with organic waste streams including poultry waste and cattle dung, into clean fuel. This approach not only addresses environmental concerns such as stubble burning and greenhouse gas emissions but also promotes a circular economy by transforming waste into valuable energy resources.
Speaking at the occasion honourable Minister Shri Duddilla Sridhar Babu said “Telangana is committed to building a future-ready, sustainable industrial ecosystem, and initiatives like this Compressed Bio-Gas project reflect the state’s focus on clean energy, innovation, and rural development. By converting agricultural and organic waste into valuable energy, such projects not only address environmental challenges but also create new economic opportunities for our farmers and local communities. We welcome investments that strengthen Telangana’s position as a progressive hub for green and sustainable infrastructure.”
The project has secured structured offtake arrangements with GAIL (India) Limited and Bhagyanagar Gas Limited (BGL), ensuring integration into the CGD network and enabling supply for mobility and industrial applications in the Hyderabad region. These partnerships provide demand assurance and strengthen the commercial viability of the project.
India’s Compressed Bio-Gas (CBG) sector is entering a high-growth phase, shifting from voluntary adoption to a mandatory blending framework—1% in CNG/PNG, rising to 5% by 2028–29. Backed by the SATAT initiative, this is driving capacity expansion toward 15,000 TPD, aimed at reducing gas imports, strengthening energy security, and supporting rural incomes. In this context, scalable, integrated models such as cluster-based CBG projects are critical to ensuring reliable supply and seamless integration into the CGD network.
At the event, Shri Bhubaneswar Kalita, shared his thoughts by saying “India’s transition to a low-carbon economy requires scalable and practical solutions that can be implemented at the grassroots level. Compressed Bio-Gas projects such as this play a critical role in reducing emissions, promoting circular economy practices, and enhancing energy security by leveraging domestic resources. It is encouraging to see such integrated initiatives that align with national priorities of clean energy, sustainable development, and reducing dependence on fossil fuel imports.”
Beyond its environmental benefits, the initiative is expected to generate significant socio-economic impact. By creating local employment opportunities and establishing reliable feedstock supply chains, the project will enhance farmer incomes and contribute to rural development in Telangana.
Mr. Nagasharath Rayapati, CEO of Juno Joule Green Energy Private Limited Bio Fuels Private Limited, said, “We are pleased to mark the commencement of this project, which represents an important step toward building India’s next phase of clean, self-reliant energy. As the country moves toward mandatory CBG blending and reduced import dependence, scalable and reliable bio-energy infrastructure becomes critical. Our cluster-based approach is designed to deliver consistency at scale, unlock value from agricultural waste, and contribute meaningfully to India’s energy security and rural economy.”
India’s bio-energy sector is witnessing increasing momentum, driven by policy support and the need for sustainable alternatives to fossil fuels. However, large-scale implementation requires reliable feedstock supply, infrastructure integration, and viable offtake mechanisms. Juno Joule’s cluster-based approach addresses these challenges by enabling scale, efficiency, and consistent supply, positioning the project as a replicable model for future development.
The Narmetta facility marks the beginning of a broader vision to build integrated bio-energy infrastructure across key regions, aligned with national initiatives such as the GOBARdhan scheme and India’s clean energy transition goals.
This groundbreaking ceremony represents not only the launch of a project but the foundation of a scalable, future-ready model for sustainable energy production, rural economic growth, and reduced carbon emissions.
