Media release
Mangaluru, Oct 5: GAIL Gas Limited (GGL), a trailblazer in the City Gas Distribution (CGD) sector, is forging ahead with its ambitious CGD project in the Dakshina Kannada district of Karnataka. This initiative aims to provide piped natural gas (PNG) to residential, commercial, and industrial consumers, while also offering compressed natural gas (CNG) as an environmentally friendly fuel alternative for the automotive sector.
The project encompasses an extensive geographical expanse, spanning 4,861 square kilometers, and includes the towns of Bantwal, Belthangady, Mangaluru, Puttur, and Sullia.
GAIL Gas has already commenced the supply of Industrial PNG to a diverse array of customers in the Baikampady Industrial Area of Mangaluru. Currently, there are 13 operational industrial units and 13 thriving commercial establishments within the Baikampady industrial area. Furthermore, the region boasts the presence of 18 operational CNG stations in Dakshina Kannada.
GAIL Gas has achieved a remarkable feat of commencing PNG supply in a very short span of time from its project commencement date to all 3 segments of domestic households - commercial, industrial units and CNG to automobiles across Dakshina Kannada district.
Currently, 72 households in NMPA colony and KIADB colony in Baikampady Panambur Mangaluru are availing the benefits of PNG.
In addition to these accomplishments, GAIL Gas has forged gas sale agreements for PNG supply to an additional 40 industrial units and 124 commercial establishments, including hotels and restaurants. The community response has been overwhelmingly positive, with over 1,10,000 registrations received for domestic PNG connections (DPNG) from households, flats, apartments, and individual residences.
GAIL Gas is steadfast in its commitment to enhancing the CGD Network in next 8 years with plans to establish 100 CNG stations across the district. Soon, the convenience of CNG will extend to areas like Puttur, Sullia, and Nellyadi.
On the PNG front, 3,50,000 households within the district will benefit from the safe and accessible PNG fuel in longer span of time. The initial phase will witness PNG connectivity in areas such as Surathkal, Mukka, Mulki, Kulai and Bondel, with plans for expansion into other residential regions.
GAIL Gas is dedicated to offering clean and accessible energy solutions to the Dakshina Kannada community. Registration for domestic PNG connections can be conveniently completed through the PNG Mitra App, with round-the-clock customer support available at 1800-102-9282 to address queries.
CNG is also recognized as one of the cleanest fuel options for the transport sector.
GAIL Gas Limited remains committed to transforming the energy landscape in Dakshina Kannada, contributing to a sustainable and eco-friendly future for the region.