Rajasthan became first state in the country to implement National Policy on Biofuels unveiled by Union Government in May 2018. Its implementation was approved by high-power Biofuel Authority. It was also decided that dtate Government will release Biofuel Rules, 2018.

Key Facts- Under this policy,

• State Government will lay emphasis on increasing production of oilseeds and
• establish Centre for Excellence in Udaipur to promote research in fields of alternative fuels and energy resources.
• Biodiesel plant of capacity of eight tonnes per day already has been installed in State government will give emphasis to promote marketing of biofuels and generate awareness about them.
• State Rural Livelihood Development Council will also encourage women’s self help groups (SHGs) to explore the scope for additional income through supply of biodiesel.