Union Government to Develop National Gas Grid

The Union Government has envisaged the development of the National Gas Grid. The government is implementing various projects of about 14,239 Km gas pipelines which would 

add to the existing 16,788 Km natural gas pipeline.

Role of Petroleum and Natural Gas Regulatory Board (PNGRB):

• Under the Petroleum and Natural Gas Regulatory Board Act, 2006 Petroleum and Natural Gas Regulatory Board (PNGRB) has been recognised as the authority to grant authorization to the entities for the development of City Gas Distribution (CGD) network in Geographical Areas.
• Petroleum and Natural Gas Regulatory Board identifies the geographical areas for authorizing the development of the CGD network in synchronization with the development of natural gas pipeline connectivity/natural gas availability.

Objectives of the National Gas Grid:

• To remove regional imbalance within the country with regard to access for natural gas and provide clean and green fuel throughout the country.
• To connect gas sources to major demand centres and ensure availability of gas to consumers in various sectors.
• Development of City Gas Distribution Networks in various cities for the supply of CNG and PNG.

One must know:

• The National Gas Grid together with providing gas connections to households will provide better infrastructure for automobiles using gas.
• The National Gas Grid will also aid in renewal of the fertilizer sector and also give a boost to the Power and Automotive sector.

Question:

Q. What has the government planned to remove regional imbalance within the country with regard to access for natural gas and provide clean and green fuel throughout the country?
a. India Gas Grid
b. Bharat Gas Grid
c. Hindustan Gas Grid
d. National Gas Grid