PM Launches City Gas Distribution Project in West Bengal
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Event | PM laid the foundation stone for a City Gas Distribution (CGD) project in Alipurduar, West Bengal. |
| Regulatory Framework | Governed by PNGRB Act 2006; PNGRB grants authorization for CGD network expansion. |
| Expected Benefits | 2.5 lakh households to benefit; clean, safe, affordable piped natural gas; employment generation. |
| CGD Expansion | Coverage increased from 66 districts (2014) to 550+ (2025), including rural areas. |
| Key Advantages | Reduced LPG dependency; expanded CNG stations for eco-friendly vehicle fuel. |
| Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana | Launched in 2016; LPG distributors increased from 14,000 to 25,000+; improved rural clean fuel access. |
| Urja Ganga Project | Launched in 2016; strengthens gas infrastructure in 5 states (UP, Bihar, Jharkhand, Odisha, WB). |
| Infrastructure Projects in WB | Purva Expressway, Durgapur Expressway, Kolkata Metro expansion, New Jalpaiguri Station upgrade, new Dooars train services. |