Bargada MP Invites Amit Shah to Inaugurate Ethanol Plant, Seeks Revival of Cooperative Sugar Mill

Bargada: Bargada MP Pradeep Purohit has invited Union Home and Cooperation Minister Amit Shah to inaugurate the BPCL Integrated 1G and 2G Bio\-Ethanol Plant established in the district.

During a recent meeting in New Delhi, the MP also urged the Union Minister to facilitate the revival of the long\-closed Bargada Cooperative Sugar Mill.

The BPCL bio\-ethanol facility, developed under the Pradhan Mantri JI\-VAN Yojana at an investment of approximately ₹1,775 crore, is considered Eastern India’s first integrated First Generation (1G) and Second Generation (2G) bio\-ethanol production plant.

The project has a production capacity of 200 kilolitres of fuel per day and is expected to significantly benefit farmers by utilising paddy straw and other agricultural residues.

During the meeting, Purohit highlighted the importance of reopening the Bargada Cooperative Sugar Mill, a long\-standing demand of the region.

He stated that the revival of the mill would strengthen the rural economy and create fresh employment opportunities for local residents.

Responding to the request, Amit Shah reportedly assured him that necessary efforts would be made to facilitate the reopening of the sugar mill.

The MP also briefed the Union Minister about the historical, cultural and environmental significance of the Gandhamardan Hills and extended an invitation to visit the revered Sri Sri Nrusinghanath Temple in the region.

As a gesture showcasing the rich handloom tradition of Western Odisha, Purohit presented Amit Shah with a jacket made from Sambalpuri fabric.

The meeting also included discussions on various developmental and political issues concerning Odisha.

The proposed inauguration of the bio\-ethanol plant and the possibility of reviving the cooperative sugar mill are expected to bring new momentum to industrial and agricultural growth in Western Odisha.