Galvanizing Organic Bio-Agro Resources Dhan (GOBARdhan)
Introduction
In a significant move to bolster sustainable waste management and the circular economy, the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs (MoHUA) organized the 'SBM-GOBARdhan Biogas Conference: Accelerating Waste to Wealth & Circular Economy' on December 1, 2023. This initiative marks a key step in India's journey towards sustainable development and effective resource utilization.
Overview of the GOBARdhan Initiative
- Launch and Background
- Initiated in 2018 by the Ministry of Drinking Water & Sanitation, the Galvanizing Organic Bio-Agro Resources Dhan (GOBARdhan) forms a crucial part of the Solid and Liquid Waste Management component under the Swachh Bharat Mission (Grameen).
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