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SAMARTH Mission: Biomass Co-firing in Thermal Power Plants

27 August 20251 min read
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Why in the news

Biomass co-firing in coal power plants is being promoted under SAMARTH to ease rural distress and air pollution.

Key facts

  • Full form: Sustainable Agrarian Mission on Use of Agri Residue in Thermal Power Plants.
  • Launched: 2021; nodal ministry: Ministry of Power.
  • Objectives: use agri-residue for co-firing, cut stubble-burning pollution, lower the carbon footprint of coal power, build a biomass market for farmers and entrepreneurs.

How it works

  • Steering Committee under the Secretary, Ministry of Power, tracks progress and resolves inter-ministerial issues.
  • Market development through long-term and short-term biomass supply tenders.
  • Training for farmers and pellet makers in Haryana, Punjab and elsewhere.

Significance

DimensionBenefit
SocialLess air pollution in northern India from stubble burning
EnvironmentalSupports clean energy and emission targets
EconomicExtra farm income and a biomass industry

Test yourself

1. Which ministry is the nodal ministry for the SAMARTH Mission on agri-residue use?

SAMARTH is a national mission of the Ministry of Power.

2. SAMARTH Mission, which promotes biomass co-firing, was launched in which year?

The notes state it was launched in 2021.

3. Who chairs the SAMARTH Mission Steering Committee?

The Steering Committee is chaired by the Secretary, Ministry of Power.

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