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The Print
21 hours ago
- Business
- The Print
Rs 1,950 crore city gas distribution project in Bankura, Purulia to be completed by FY30
The project will establish 29 Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) stations for vehicular fuel across the two districts in line with authorisation from the Petroleum and Natural Gas Regulatory Board (PNGRB), a statement said. Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday laid the foundation stone for the project that aims to provide Piped Natural Gas (PNG) to both retail households and industrial projects in the two districts of West Bengal. Kolkata, Jul 18 (PTI) The Rs 1,950 crore City Gas Distribution (CGD) project in West Bengal's Bankura and Purulia districts aims to provide Piped Natural Gas (PNG) connections to 5.55 lakh households, over 250 commercial units, and more than 35 industrial consumers, officials said. The project is scheduled for completion by March 15, 2030. Once operational, it is expected to serve a population of over 65 lakh with cleaner, reliable, and cost-effective fuel solutions, Bharat Petroleum said. According to BPCL Director (Refineries) and acting Chairman & Managing Director, Sanjay Khanna, the initiative marks a significant step towards expanding access to clean and affordable energy in India. The project is also expected to create over 15 lakh man-days of direct and indirect employment, supporting local economies in Bankura and Purulia. The CGD network will contribute to India's net-zero ambitions by promoting natural gas as a cleaner alternative to traditional fuels. It is projected to cut greenhouse gas emissions by 27 per cent, or 191,000 metric tonnes over 25 years — equivalent to planting nearly 3.46 lakh trees annually. PTI BSM RG This report is auto-generated from PTI news service. ThePrint holds no responsibility for its content.
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Business Standard
a day ago
- Business
- Business Standard
₹1,950 crore CGD project in Bankura, Purulia to be completed by FY30
The Rs 1,950 crore City Gas Distribution (CGD) project in West Bengal's Bankura and Purulia districts aims to provide Piped Natural Gas (PNG) connections to 555,000 households, over 250 commercial units, and more than 35 industrial consumers, officials said. Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday laid the foundation stone for the project that aims to provide Piped Natural Gas (PNG) to both retail households and industrial projects in the two districts of West Bengal. The project will establish 29 Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) stations for vehicular fuel across the two districts in line with authorisation from the Petroleum and Natural Gas Regulatory Board (PNGRB), a statement said. The project is scheduled for completion by March 15, 2030. Once operational, it is expected to serve a population of over 65 lakh with cleaner, reliable, and cost-effective fuel solutions, Bharat Petroleum said. According to BPCL Director (Refineries) and acting Chairman & Managing Director, Sanjay Khanna, the initiative marks a significant step towards expanding access to clean and affordable energy in India. The project is also expected to create over 15 lakh man-days of direct and indirect employment, supporting local economies in Bankura and Purulia. The CGD network will contribute to India's net-zero ambitions by promoting natural gas as a cleaner alternative to traditional fuels. It is projected to cut greenhouse gas emissions by 27 per cent, or 191,000 metric tonnes over 25 years equivalent to planting nearly 3.46 lakh trees annually. (Only the headline and picture of this report may have been reworked by the Business Standard staff; the rest of the content is auto-generated from a syndicated feed.)
Time of India
2 days ago
- Business
- Time of India
PM Modi inaugurates BPCL gas distribution project in West Bengal along with several other development projects
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday laid the foundation stone and inaugurated multiple oil and gas, power, road and rail development projects worth over Rs 5000 crore at Durgapur. Prime Minister laid the foundation stone for Bharat Petroleum Corp. Ltd (BPCL) City Gas Distribution (CGD) project in Bankura and Purulia district of West Bengal worth around Rs 1,950 crore. This project will provide PNG connections to households, commercial establishments and industrial customers, and provide CNG at the retail outlets and also create employment opportunities in the region. Explore courses from Top Institutes in Select a Course Category MCA Others MBA Public Policy Leadership Cybersecurity Management healthcare CXO Data Analytics Project Management Degree Operations Management Technology PGDM Data Science Product Management Finance Data Science Digital Marketing Healthcare Skills you'll gain: Programming Proficiency Data Handling & Analysis Cybersecurity Awareness & Skills Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning Duration: 24 Months Vellore Institute of Technology VIT Master of Computer Applications Starts on Aug 14, 2024 Get Details PM Modi also launched Durgapur to Kolkata section of Durgapur-Haldia Natural Gas Pipeline, which has been laid as a part as Pradhan Mantri Urja Ganga (PMUG) Project. This project, worth over Rs 1,190 crore, is passing through the districts of Purba Bardhman, Hooghly and Nadia in West Bengal. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like No annual fees for life UnionBank Credit Card Apply Now Undo The natural gas pipeline provided direct and indirect employment during its implementation phase and will now facilitate supply of natural gas to lakhs of households in the region, said PM Modi. The prime minister also inaugurated Pollution Control System-Flue Gas Desulphurization (FGD) of Durgapur Steel Thermal Power Station and Raghunathpur Thermal Power Station of Damodar Valley Corporation, worth over Rs 1,457 crore. It move aims to support cleaner energy production and creating employment opportunities in the region. Live Events For rail infrastructure in West Bengal, Modi announced doubling of Purulia – Kotshila Rail Line (36 KM) in Purulia worth over Rs 390 crore. It will improve rail connectivity between industries from Jamshedpur, Bokaro and Dhanbad with Ranchi and Kolkata and efficient movement of goods trains, reducing travel time and improving logistics for industries and businesses. PM Modi inaugurated two road over bridges (ROBs) constructed under Setu Bharatam Programme, worth over Rs 380 crore, at Topsi and Pandabeshwar in Paschim Bardhaman.
News18
3 days ago
- Business
- News18
'Bengal Suffering Due To TMC Misrule': PM Modi To Address BJP Rally In Durgapur Tomorrow
The Prime Minister will address a BJP rally in Durgapur on Friday Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday launched an attack on the Mamata Banerjee government, saying West Bengal is suffering due to the 'misrule" of the Trinamool Congress. The Prime Minister will address a BJP rally in Durgapur on Friday. Assembly elections are due in West Bengal next year. West Bengal is suffering due to TMC misrule. People are seeing the BJP with hope and are convinced that only the BJP can deliver on development. Tomorrow, 18th July, will be addressing a @BJP4Bengal rally in Durgapur. Do join!— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) July 17, 2025 The Prime Minister will lay the foundation stone, inaugurate and dedicate to the nation multiple development projects catering to Oil and Gas, Power, Road and Rail sectors. PM Modi will lay the foundation stone for Bharat Petroleum Corp. Ltd (BPCL) City Gas Distribution (CGD) project in Bankura and Purulia districts of West Bengal, worth around Rs 1,950 crore. It will provide PNG connections to households, commercial establishments and industrial customers, and provide CNG at the retail outlets and also create employment opportunities in the region. The Prime Minister will also dedicate to the nation Durgapur to Kolkata section (132 Km) of Durgapur-Haldia Natural Gas Pipeline, which has been laid as a part of ambitious Jagdishpur-Haldia and Bokaro-Dhamra Pipeline also known as Pradhan Mantri Urja Ganga (PMUG) Project. The Durgapur to Kolkata section worth over Rs 1,190 crore is passing through the districts of Purba Bardhman, Hooghly and Nadia in West Bengal. The pipeline provided direct and indirect employment during its implementation phase and will now facilitate supply of natural gas to lakhs of households in the region. The Prime Minister will also dedicate to the nation the Retrofitting Pollution Control System-Flue Gas Desulphurization (FGD) of Durgapur Steel Thermal Power Station and Raghunathpur Thermal Power Station of Damodar Valley Corporation, worth over Rs 1,457 crore. It will benefit the region by supporting cleaner energy production and creating employment opportunities in the region. Boosting rail infrastructure in the region, the Prime Minister will also dedicate to the nation the doubling of Purulia – Kotshila Rail Line (36 KM) in Purulia, worth over Rs 390 crore. It will improve rail connectivity between industries from Jamshedpur, Bokaro and Dhanbad with Ranchi and Kolkata and efficient movement of goods trains, reducing travel time and improving logistics for industries and businesses. PM Modi will inaugurate two road over bridges (ROBs) constructed under Setu Bharatam Programme, worth over Rs 380 crore, at Topsi and Pandabeshwar in Paschim Bardhaman. It will improve connectivity and also help in preventing accidents on Railway level crossing. view comments First Published: July 17, 2025, 21:29 IST Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
Hans India
3 days ago
- Politics
- Hans India
Women of West Bengal want PM Modi to address their safety ahead of his visit
Durgapur: As Prime Minister Narendra Modi prepares to visit West Bengal on Friday to inaugurate and lay the foundation stone for multiple development projects worth over Rs 5,000 crore, the women of the state are expressing a heartfelt plea - they want the Prime Minister to speak about their safety. PM Modi's visit includes addressing a BJP rally in Durgapur, as well as launching projects aimed at boosting infrastructure in the region. But amidst the celebratory mood, concerns over women's security have taken centre stage. 'We are very happy that he is coming here. Seeing him is like seeing God,' said one woman from Durgapur. 'But I want PM Modi to speak on women's issues tomorrow. Women are not safe here. We want him to address our safety,' she told IANS. Another woman echoed similar sentiments, saying, 'PM Modi has done a lot for the country, and I am glad he is coming here. But I want him to speak for us. Women do not feel safe anymore.' West Bengal has been witnessing a worrying rise in reports of violent crimes against women. High-profile cases such as the R.G. Kar Medical College rape and murder case, the Kolkata gang rape incident, and several others have left women across the state anxious and demanding greater security. The Prime Minister's visit to West Bengal comes as part of a larger tour covering Bihar and West Bengal, during which he will launch developmental projects totalling over Rs 12,200 crore. These projects aim to strengthen the infrastructure and connectivity of the two states. After addressing a public gathering in Motihari, Bihar, PM Modi will move to Durgapur, West Bengal, where he will lay the foundation stone and inaugurate several major projects in the oil and gas, power, road, and rail sectors. One of the key projects includes the Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited (BPCL) City Gas Distribution (CGD) project for Bankura and Purulia districts, valued at around Rs 1,950 crore. This project will boost the region's oil and gas infrastructure by providing piped natural gas (PNG) connections to households, commercial establishments, and industries, as well as compressed natural gas (CNG) at retail outlets. PM Modi will also dedicate the 132-kilometre Durgapur to Kolkata section of the Durgapur-Haldia Natural Gas Pipeline, as well as the Bokaro-Dhamra Pipeline, both part of the flagship Pradhan Mantri Urja Ganga (PMUG) Project. In the energy sector, the Prime Minister will launch the Retrofitting Pollution Control System-Flue Gas Desulphurisation (FGD) at the Durgapur Steel Thermal Power Station and Raghunathpur Thermal Power Station of the Damodar Valley Corporation, a project worth over Rs 1,457 crore aimed at reducing pollution. To enhance rail connectivity, the doubling of the Purulia – Kotshila Rail Line (36 km) will be dedicated to the nation. Valued at over Rs 390 crore, this will improve freight movement between major industrial hubs, cutting travel time and improving logistics. Additionally, two road over bridges constructed under the Setu Bharatam Programme, costing over Rs 380 crore, will be inaugurated, easing traffic congestion and improving safety.
