Installation of a natural gas pipeline between Tripura and Mizoram is in progress with 45 per cent of the project being completed so far, officials said on Thursday.
Officials of the Indradhanush Gas Grid Limited (IGCL), which executed the project, said that the 119.5 km project implemented under North East Natural Gas Pipeline Grid is expected to be completed by December 2027.
They said that the Tripura-Mizoram gas pipeline originates from the Panisagar receiving terminal in Tripura and passes through Kanhmun, Zawlnuam, Kawrthah, Tuidam and Darlak before reaching near Mamit in Mizoram. From there, it will proceed towards Lengte and terminate at the proposed Sihhmui receiving terminal about 21 km from Aizawl,
From the Sihhmui receiving terminal, household gas connections within Aizawl city will be undertaken by Tripura Natural Gas Corporation Limited (TNGCL), the IGGL officials said.
45 per cent of the project has been completed, they said.
Officials of state Food, Civil Supplies and Consumer Affairs (FCS&CA) said that the project, when completed, will facilitate the first gas pipeline connection in Mizoram particularly to residents of Aizawl and it will be extended in other parts of the state in a phased-manner.
Meanwhile, state Food, Civil Supplies and Consumer Affairs Minister B. Lalchhanzova visited Tripura’s capital Agartala and inspected the ongoing gas pipeline project on Wednesday, an official statement said.
The minister held interaction with officials of TNGCL and visited the centre of PRAN Beverages (India) Pvt. Ltd, Tripura Industrial Growth Centre, CNG station and ONGC centre during his visit, it said.
He also visited Subham Solitaire, a world-class residential complex in Agartala, where about 330 households installed gas pipeline connections, it said.
During a meeting with TNGCL officials, Lalchhanzova said the project, when completed, will be a milestone for Mizoram as it will facilitate adequate gas supply to residents at a more affordable price.
Apart from domestic consumption, it will also be effectively used for commercial, industry, transport and other purposes, he said.
The Minister expressed hope that the project, when completed, will generate employment and facilitate establishment of major industries in the state.
He urged both the IGCL and TNGCL officials to execute the project diligently and with due attention to ensure that it is completed within the time frame.
