India’s first compressed biogas (CBG) plant in Kaithal, Haryana, designed for multi-distribution across cities and villages, has successfully commenced the commercial gas offtake and grid injection into the city gas distribution network. This multi distribution network plant, developed by Demeter Agro Energies in collaboration with CEID Consultants and Engineering as its Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) partner, with the support of the CGD entity Indraprastha Gas Limited (IGL). The Plant will supply CBG through an MDPE-rated pipeline, also enabling injection into stainless steel (SS) pipelines, and support bottling via cylinder cascades, ensuring flexible and wide-reaching delivery. Marking a significant milestone, Sh. Kamal Kishore Chatiwal (Managing Director, IGL), Sh. Mohit Bhatia (Director – Commercial, IGL), Sh. Sanjeev Kumar Bhatia (Executive Director, IGL), Sh. Ashish Rajani (Deputy General Manager – Business Development, IGL) and other senior officials from Indraprastha Gas Limited (IGL) visited the newly commissioned 10 TPD Compressed Biogas (CBG) Plant at Village Balwanti, Kaithal, in Haryana.
With a total capacity of 10 TPD, the plant has begun supplying 4 TPD via MDPE pipelines, marking the operational commencement of its gas offtake. Situated in Kaithal, this plant is set to begin regular supply of biogas into the city gas distribution (CGD) grid with the help of IGL. With its production capacity of 25,000 cubic meters per day of biogas and 10 tonnes per day of compressed biogas, the Kaithal plant will contribute meaningfully to regional energy needs, furthering India’s goals of reducing carbon emissions and promoting green energy alternatives. Addressing the ceremony, the Director from Demeter Agro Energies Private Limited stated, “We are committed to delivering substantial change through innovation in clean energy. This new facility is not only a technological milestone but also a pledge to put accessible, sustainable energy into rural and urban India. With CEID’s exceptional execution and IGL’s support in grid integration, we’re proud to set a new precedent in India’s bioenergy journey.”
Speaking on the successful gas offtake inauguration by IGL, Mr. Prince Gandhi, CEO and Founder of CEID Consultants and Engineering Pvt. Ltd., stated, “We are honored to partner with Demeter Agro Energies on India’s First Multi-Distribution CBG Plant project. This facility not only reflects the technological strength and execution capability of CEID but also serves as a model for integrated, clean energy solutions that support both environmental sustainability and economic development. “We extend our heartfelt thanks to IGL for their unwavering support and for their vital investments in cascade systems, compressors, LCVs, MDPE pipelines, and steel pipeline infrastructure.
“Till date, each of our pipeline injection projects reflects India’s accelerating progress toward sustainable energy goals while promoting rural inclusion and driving innovation in renewable energy infrastructure. Among that, India’s first pipeline injection project we did, the Govardhannathji Energies at Gujarat, has set a lasting benchmark in the CBG industry, added Mr. Gandhi. Adding to this, Mr. Rajaram Prajapati, CTO and Founder of CEID Consultants and Engineering Pvt. Ltd., said, “With decades of experience in gas infrastructure and engineering, we understand the critical importance of compliance and technical integrity, especially for pipeline injection of CBG and its purity. After reviewing our gas generation and purification systems and P&IDs, the Managing Director and team from IGL acknowledged our strong commitment to safety and quality. Currently, we are achieving 97.54% purity, with our system designed to reach over 99%, while maintaining oxygen content consistently below 0.2%. “We have implemented comprehensive procedural and safety measures, covering pressure ratings, gas quality, volume control, and seamless integration with CGD networks. In line with these efforts, we are pleased to announce the upcoming launch of India’s first CBG-specific steel pipeline injection system. Our Kaithal plant will serve as a model facility for the industry, demonstrating best practices in design, safety standards, pressure management, pipeline connectivity, and more, setting a benchmark for scaling up CBG injection safely and efficiently across India, added Mr. Prajapati.
The facility, powered by eco-conscious feedstock such as pressmud and spent wash, not only produces clean, renewable biogas but also generates 50 TPD of high-quality fermented organic manure (FOM)—a valuable bio-fertilizer that supports regenerative agriculture and sustainable farming practices.
The CBG sector is strongly supported by MoPNG and plays a key role in advancing PM Modi’s Swachh Bharat initiative through clean energy and waste-to-wealth solutions.
