JAMUI, Dec. 15 -- The region once attached with 'migration stigma' is heading towards acquiring a status of an 'industry hub' as the largest grain-based ethanol plant of Asia is beginning to take shape in Bihar's Jamui. The plant is said not only to create jobs for thousands of youths but also enhance farmers' income.

Spread over 105 acres at Urva village under Chakai block, the plant is being set up by Ankur Biochem Pvt Ltd as a part of India's EBP (Ethanol Blended Petrol) programme with a large capacity of 750 KLPD (kilo litres per day) aiming at boosting local economy and India's green energy goals, creating employment and supporting farmers by purchasing local grains like rice and maize.

The EBP programme is the Centre's initiative ...