Lucknow : The state cabinet on Tuesday approved a proposal to establish an ethanol plant at the long-closed Chhata Sugar Mill in Mathura district.
Ethanol Production Project to Launch with Rs 200 Crore Investment
The Sugarcane Development Minister, Laxmi Narayan Chaudhary, announced that a new ethanol production facility will be established at an investment exceeding Rs 200 crore. This plant is expected to operate for approximately 11 months each year, with a projected annual production capacity of 39.6 million litres, equivalent to 3.96 crore litres of ethanol.
Chaudhary said Chhata Sugar Mill was shut down 19 years ago. He criticised the previous Samajwadi Party govt, alleging that no financial support was provided to the mill during its tenure. The new facility will primarily produce ethanol from sugarcane during the crushing season. After the season ends, the plant will continue operations using maize and paddy as feedstock, ensuring year-round production and improved utilisation of resources.
The minister highlighted the mill’s strategic location, saying it is situated about 40 minutes from Noida International Airport. You Can Also Check: Gold Rate in Lucknow | Silver Rate in Lucknow | Bank Holidays in Lucknow | Public Holidays in Lucknow | Lucknow AQI | Weather in Lucknow | Petrol Price in Lucknow | Diesel Price in Lucknow | CNG Price in Lucknow | LPG Price in Lucknow Stay updated with the latest Lucknow news. The proximity is expected to enhance logistics and create opportunities for developing warehouses and other supporting infrastructure in the area. Download the TOI App.