CMD, GAIL (India) Limited

The foundation stone laying of GAIL’s Compressed Bio-Gas (CBG) plant in Bengaluru by the Hon’ble Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi, on 13th November 2026, marks a significant step in advancing India’s vision of a sustainable, resource-efficient and energy-secure future. It was an honour to be part of this important occasion, graced by Dr. Sudha Yadav, Hon’ble Governor of Karnataka; Shri D. K. Shivakumar, Hon’ble Chief Minister of Karnataka; Shri Krishna Byregowda, Hon’ble Minister, Government of Karnataka; and Shri Tejaswi Surya, Hon’ble Member of Parliament, Bengaluru South. The facility will process 300 tonnes of segregated organic municipal waste daily to produce approximately 12.6 tonnes of CBG and 21.6 tonnes of Fermented Organic Manure (FOM). The CBG will be supplied to GAIL Gas, contributing to Karnataka's indigenous clean fuel ecosystem. For India, the opportunity in Compressed Bio-Gas extends well beyond clean fuel generation. It lies in unlocking the value of domestic biomass, strengthening waste management systems, creating new economic opportunities and building a more diversified energy ecosystem. GAIL is advancing this opportunity through 10 CBG projects with a planned aggregate capacity of approximately 154 tonnes per day, across multiple feedstocks. Realising India's energy aspirations will require sustained collaboration between the Central and State Governments, industry and local communities. The Bengaluru project is a meaningful contribution towards the national priorities of Swachh Bharat, Atmanirbhar Bharat and a circular economy. At GAIL, we see our responsibility as being integral to India's larger development journey. We remain committed to translating the vision of energy self-reliance into action, harnessing the country's indigenous resources and building energy solutions that create enduring value for generations to come. @narendramodi @HardeepSPuri @neerajmittalias @Secretary_MoPNG @PetroleumMin @gailindia #GAILIndia #EnergizingPossibilities #CBG #AtmanirbharBharat #SwachhBharat #CircularEconomy #EnergyTransition

India's energy security depends not only on access to energy resources, but equally on the capacity, reliability and resilience of the infrastructure that delivers them. Strengthening this infrastructure remains a key priority for GAIL. During my recent visit to GAIL Jaipur, a detailed review was undertaken of the Jamnagar-Loni LPG Pipeline (JLPL) operations and its ongoing capacity augmentation, along with the business activities of the O&M, Marketing and Construction departments. The 1,427 km JLPL is a critical component of India's LPG transportation infrastructure, connecting western supply hubs with consumption centres in northern India. With GAIL undertaking the expansion of its capacity from 3.25 MMTPA to 6.5 MMTPA, the project represents a significant step towards strengthening the country's energy logistics capabilities. The augmentation, involving additional pipeline infrastructure and enhancement of pumping capacity, will substantially increase throughput, improve supply flexibility and support growing LPG demand. The review focused on operational performance, asset integrity, safety standards, maintenance practices, project execution and progress of the augmentation scheme. Particular emphasis was placed on adherence to execution timelines, operational preparedness, inter-functional coordination and maintaining the highest standards of reliability and efficiency. The scale and strategic importance of this expansion demand rigorous project monitoring, sound execution and clear accountability at every level. Interactions with employees reinforced the importance of operational excellence, technical capability and disciplined execution in delivering GAIL's business objectives. The organisation's strategic priorities and the role of regional teams in translating these priorities into measurable outcomes were also emphasised. The continued strengthening of critical infrastructure such as JLPL is integral to India's energy security, supply-chain resilience and ability to meet its expanding energy requirements. GAIL remains committed to building the infrastructure and operational capabilities required to support India's evolving energy landscape and long-term national priorities. I commend GAIL Jaipur for its unwavering commitment to operational excellence and its role in advancing GAIL's contribution to India's energy security and national development. @HardeepSPuri @neerajmittalias @Secretary_MoPNG @PetroleumMin @gailindialimited #GAILIndia #EnergizingPossibilities

The evolution of India's National Gas Grid (NGG) represents a fundamental transformation of the nation’s energy infrastructure, from geographically dispersed supply and consumption centres to an interconnected transmission system supporting a nationally integrated gas market. The grid's strategic value lies in integrating domestic production basins and LNG regasification terminals with high pressure transmission corridors and demand centres. Its effectiveness is determined not merely by pipeline length, but by entry-point diversity, hydraulic capacity, interconnectivity, compressor availability and the ability to optimise gas flows across regions. Recent geopolitical disruptions have underscored this imperative. Diversified supply sources deliver energy security only when supported by infrastructure capable of moving available gas to where it is required. Interconnected routes enable supply reallocation, help manage regional imbalances and strengthen continuity of service to critical consumers during disruptions. GAIL has been instrumental in building this national architecture, beginning with the pioneering Hazira–Vijaipur–Jagdishpur (HVJ) pipeline. Its natural gas pipeline network now extends over 18,800 km with a stated capacity of 229.7 MMSCMD covering 20 States and 3 Union Territories and accounting for around 65% of India's natural gas transmission network. The Mumbai-Nagpur-Jharsuguda pipeline has extended connectivity across central & eastern India. GAIL's ongoing NGG comprises 8 projects spanning 5,626 km, of which 1,127 km is under construction. These include the Jagdishpur–Haldia–Bokaro–Dhamra pipeline, Kochi–Koottanad–Bengaluru–Mangaluru Phase II, Srikakulam–Angul, Dhamra–Haldia, Gurdaspur–Jammu, Dahej–Uran/Dabhol–Panvel augmentation, Vijaipur–Bina and Attibele–Bidadi pipelines. The network's operating scale is reflected in average natural gas transmission of 130.10 MMSCMD in Q2 FY27, and a record single-day throughput of 147.55 MMSCMD on 21 September 2026. The next phase must focus on system-wide deliverability: strategic interconnections, compressor and capacity augmentation, real-time SCADA visibility, advanced metering, integrated gas balancing, predictive pipeline-integrity management and operational technology cybersecurity. Physical expansion must progress alongside commercial integration through transparent capacity access and effective implementation of the Unified Pipeline Tariff. The grid must also accommodate CBG and biomethane injection. Hydrogen blending, in turn, requires corridor-specific validation of metallurgy, equipment compatibility, gas quality and safety. For GAIL, advancing the NGG means strengthening its capacity, reach, reliability and operational intelligence, converting national connectivity into dependable energy access and greater resilience. @HardeepSPuri @TheSureshGopi @neerajmittalias @Secretary_MoPNG @PetroleumMin @gailindia #GAILIndia #NationalGasGrid

The successful commissioning of the 1.25 MTPA PTA plant at Mangalore marks a significant milestone in GAIL’s downstream petrochemical growth journey. It strengthens GAIL’s presence in the petrochemical sector and reflects the organisation’s continued focus on expanding its manufacturing capabilities and creating long-term value. With the addition of this facility, GAIL will contribute to strengthening India's domestic PTA manufacturing capacity, reducing import dependence and supporting the growth of the downstream polyester industry. This milestone reinforces GAIL’s commitment to building a stronger petrochemical ecosystem, advancing industrial self-reliance and contributing to India's vision of Aatmanirbhar Bharat. @HardeepSPuri @TheSureshGopi @neerajmittalias @Secretary_MoPNG @PetroleumMin @gailindia #GAILIndia #GMPL #EnergizingPossibilities

Vigilance Awareness Week 2026 has once again reinforced GAIL's unwavering commitment to the core values of integrity, transparency and accountability, which remain central to responsible corporate governance and sustainable organizational growth. The extensive participation across GAIL locations reflects a collective resolve to strengthen the culture of ethics and probity. As we move forward, let us remember that vigilance is not confined to a week; it is a continuous responsibility. By strengthening accountability at every level, we can build an organization where integrity drives performance, transparency builds trust and probity leads to prosperity. @HardeepSPuri @TheSureshGopi @neerajmittalias @Secretary_MoPNG @PetroleumMin #GAILIndia #EnergizingPossibilities #VigilanceAwarenessWeek2026