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Modi Boosts NE Energy Security with Inauguration of Augmented Oil Pipeline

Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the capacity augmentation project of the Numaligarh-Siliguri Product Pipeline in Guwahati. The pipeline's capacity has been significantly upgraded from 1.72 to 5.5 Million Metric Tonnes Per Annum to support the expansion of the Numaligarh Refinery. Completed as a brownfield project for approximately Rs 750 crore, it generated substantial employment during its construction. This project is a critical step in strengthening petroleum infrastructure in the North-East and enhancing India's overall energy security.

Key Points: Modi Inaugurates Augmented Numaligarh-Siliguri Oil Pipeline

  • Pipeline capacity boosted from 1.72 to 5.5 MMTPA
  • Supports refinery expansion to 9.0 MMTPA
  • Built for approx. Rs 750 crore, under budget
  • Generated 4.1 million man-hours of employment
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Prime Minister Modi inaugurates OIL's Numaligarh-Siliguri Product Pipeline capacity augmentation project

PM Modi inaugurates OIL's pipeline capacity augmentation to 5.5 MMTPA, a key project for North-East's energy security under Hydrocarbon Vision 2030.

"The pipeline has now been upgraded to 5.5 MMTPA to support the expansion of Numaligarh Refinery - Oil India Limited"

New Delhi, March 14

The Prime Minister of India, Narendra Modi, inaugurated the Capacity Augmentation Project of the Numaligarh-Siliguri Product Pipeline of Oil India Limited during a public meeting held in Guwahati on Friday.

According to a press release by Oil India Limited, "The Numaligarh-Siliguri Product Pipeline (NSPL) is a 654-km long, 406 mm (16-inch) diameter cross-country multi-product pipeline which was originally designed and operated for a capacity of 1.72 Million Metric Tonnes Per Annum (MMTPA), the pipeline has now been upgraded to 5.5 MMTPA to support the expansion of Numaligarh Refinery from 3.0 MMTPA to 9.0 MMTPA under the Government of India's Hydrocarbon Vision 2030 for the North-East."

The release noted that the capacity enhancement has been achieved through upgrading existing infrastructure, including conversion of pigging stations at Sekoni, Guwahati, Bongaigaon and Madarihat into Intermediate Pumping Stations, augmentation of pumping facilities at Numaligarh Dispatch Terminal and upgrading of facilities at Siliguri Receipt Terminal for enhanced operational efficiency and safety.

Implemented as a brownfield project, the augmentation has been completed within approximately Rs 750 crore against the approved cost of Rs 860 crore.

This, in turn, has successfully achieved substantial savings while optimising the utilisation of existing assets.

During the execution phase, the project also generated significant employment, with around 4.1 million man-hours over a period exceeding three years across Assam and West Bengal, the release stated.

The project represents a major milestone in strengthening petroleum product transportation infrastructure in the North-Eastern region and enhancing India's energy security.

The Prime Minister was in Assam on Friday, and he inaugurated and laid foundation stones for development projects worth around Rs 19,480 crore in Guwahati, according to a statement released by the Prime Minister's Office.

The Prime Minister addressed a grand gathering in Guwahati, extending his heartfelt greetings to the people of the city. He also greeted the farmers joining from across the country as well as the brothers and sisters working in tea gardens, according to the Prime Minister's Office statement.

- ANI

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Priya S
Good to see projects being completed under budget! Saving approx Rs 110 crore is no small feat. Efficient use of public money should be the norm for all government projects. Hope the operational efficiency translates to stable fuel prices for us in the region.
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Rohit P
While the project itself is commendable, I hope the environmental impact of such a massive pipeline expansion has been thoroughly assessed. The North-East is ecologically sensitive. Development and environmental protection must go hand in hand.
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Sarah B
As someone who has worked in the energy sector, augmenting capacity from 1.72 to 5.5 MMTPA is a significant technical achievement. Upgrading existing infrastructure (brownfield) is often more challenging than building new. Kudos to the engineers and workers involved!
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Meera T
Energy security for the North-East is long overdue. This will reduce dependency and logistical issues. My father used to talk about fuel shortages in Siliguri during winters. Hope such stories become a thing of the past. Jai Hind!
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Vikram M
4.1 million man-hours of employment is the real story here. That's thousands of families supported over three years. Infrastructure projects are the backbone of job creation. Now, ensure the benefits reach the local communities permanently, not just during construction.
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David E

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