Bangladesh, Nov. 6 -- Locals are creating new opportunities in the rural economy by establishing biogas plants in Juri Upazila of Moulvibazar.

By utilising biogas produced from livestock manure, they are meeting their household cooking fuel needs while also generating income by selling surplus gas.

They are also earning additional revenue by using the organic fertiliser produced by the plants for agricultural purposes or selling it in the market.

The initiative is helping reduce fuel costs while promoting self-reliance through the production of eco-friendly energy and organic fertiliser.

Sagarnal Union has been designated a "Biogas Village" as 13 plants have been established there, benefiting around 80 families.

According to local s...