(a) the names of the areas of Maharashtra where CNG pipelines are being laid/proposed to be
laid;
(b) the names of the companies entrusted with the work of expansion of CNG pipeline in
Maharashtra and whether these companies also operate CNG;
(c) whether any provision has been made for distribution of dealership; and
(d) if so, the details of the relevant criteria in case of dealership distribution?
MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF PETROLEUM AND NATURAL GAS
(SHRI RAMESWAR TELI)
(a) to (d) Petroleum & Natural Gas Regulatory Board (PNGRB) is the authority to grant authorization to
the entities for developing of City Gas Distribution (CGD) network including establishment of CNG
stations, in Geographical Areas (GAs) as per PNGRB Act, 2006. PNGRB identifies GAs for authorizing
the development of CGD network in synchronization with the development of natural gas pipeline
connectivity and natural gas availability. GA wise authorized entity in the state of Maharashtra is at
Annexure.
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