India, Jan. 7 -- The Government of India has issued a release:
Union Minister for Road transport and Highways, Shri Gadkari Ji highlighted how agricultural waste can be converted into a valuable national resource. He noted that bio-bitumen is a transformative step towards the vision of Viksit Bharat 2047. By utilising agro-waste, it reduces pollution caused by crop burning and strengthens the circular economy. With 15% blending, India can save nearly Rs.4,500 crore in foreign exchange and substantially reduce its dependence on imported crude oil.
Speaking at CSIR's Technology Transfer Ceremony titled "From Farm Residue to Road: Bio-Bitumen via Pyrolysis,". He says, Today marks a historic milestone in India's road infrastructure, as the na...