By NE NOW NEWS
Guwahati: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Tuesday virtually inaugurated key natural gas infrastructure projects, including the commencement of Piped Natural Gas (PNG) supply in Mangaldai and new Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) facilities in Tezpur.
The projects, implemented by North East Gas Distribution Company Limited (NEGDCL), are aimed at expanding access to cleaner fuel for households, commercial establishments and vehicles across the state.
The expansion is expected to strengthen Assam’s energy infrastructure, reduce dependence on conventional fuels and support the state’s transition towards cleaner and more sustainable sources of energy.
Later in the day, the Chief Minister reviewed the functioning of the Assam Power Distribution Company Limited (APDCL) and assessed the progress of key projects in the power sector.
During the review, Sarma examined the state’s power generation capacity, peak-hour demand and ongoing modernisation initiatives. He also reviewed measures aimed at reducing Transmission and Distribution (T&D) losses to ensure reliable and affordable electricity supply across Assam.
The Chief Minister further took stock of ongoing efforts to strengthen power infrastructure and improve service delivery in the sector.