GAIL honoured as 'Proprietary Member of the Year' at IGX Energy Talk 2026
New Delhi, January 14
GAIL Limited has been named the "Proprietary Member of the Year" at the annual Energy Talk 2026 event hosted by the Indian Gas Exchange.
The prestigious award highlights GAIL's significant role in advancing India's natural gas sector through its commitment to market-based procurement and transparent trading.
Sumit Kishore, Executive Director (Marketing - Gas) at GAIL, accepted the award on behalf of the company. The honor was presented by A.K. Tiwari, a member of the Petroleum and Natural Gas Regulatory Board (PNGRB).
During the Energy Talk forum, industry leaders and policymakers discussed the necessary enablers to establish India as a premier global gas trading hub. GAIL was specifically commended for its efforts in fostering a robust and efficient marketplace, which is essential for the country's transition toward a gas-based economy.
The Energy Talk 2026 event brought together a diverse group of public and private sector experts to deliberate on strategies for the future of the Indian energy market.
GAIL's success at the event reinforces its position as the country's leading natural gas company, dedicated to enhancing national energy security.
— ANI
Reader Comments
Great news! GAIL has been a cornerstone of our energy sector. A transparent gas market is crucial for bringing down costs for end consumers like us. Hope this leads to more affordable CNG for vehicles and PNG for homes soon. 🙏
Congratulations to GAIL! While awards are good, as a citizen I'm more interested in the ground reality. When will the pipeline network reach my tier-2 city? Awards should translate to faster, tangible infrastructure development for the whole country.
It was a privilege to present this award. GAIL's proactive participation in the gas exchange sets a benchmark for the industry. Such collaboration between regulators and players is key to building a world-class gas trading hub in India.
This is positive for our energy security. A well-functioning gas market reduces import dependency and price volatility. Kudos to the team! Hope other PSUs follow this model of market-oriented operations.
Interesting read from an international perspective. India's push for a gas-based economy and creating its own trading hub could significantly reshape Asian energy dynamics. GAIL seems to be at the forefront of this shift.
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