Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann on Saturday announced the formation of a joint committee of villagers and experts to find a permanent solution for setting up a biogas plant in Akhara village of Ludhiana district.
A decision to this effect was taken during a meeting held here today at the Chief Minister’s official residence.
The Chief Minister apprised a delegation led by Gurtej Singh, Representative of the Akhara Sangharsh Committee, that this committee will carefully consider each and every concern raised by the villagers. He said that after a thorough examination, the committee will submit its recommendations, upon which the government will take necessary action. Bhagwant Singh Mann emphasized that the committee will submit its report within the scheduled timeframe.
The Chief Minister assured that the government will not allow any violations, and that no action will be taken without first safeguarding the interests of the villagers. He reiterated the state government’s firm commitment to pollution control in Punjab and affirmed that there will be zero tolerance for any violation of pollution norms. Bhagwant Singh Mann made it clear to the villagers that the plant will be completely pollution-free, and that no one will be permitted to violate the rules.
The Chief Minister further said that strict action will be taken against any rule-breakers. On the occasion, Bhagwant Singh Mann also cited the case of Ghungarali village biogas plant—which was set up with the consent of villagers—as an example. During the meeting, representatives from Ghungarali village shared their experience of operating the plant.