Recently, Gas Conclave 2023 was held at Assam Administrative Staff College, Khanapara, and the workshop delved into the potential and challenges of harnessing natural gas as a cornerstone energy source.

Sep 27, 2023

The Department of Industries, Commerce & Public Enterprises, Government of Assam, partnered with NRL and esteemed organizations like GAIL, IGGL, IOCL, OIL, AGCL, APL, Adani Gas, and ONGC to organize a stimulating workshop titled GAS CONCLAVE 2023. Held at Assam Administrative Staff College, Khanapara, the workshop delved into the potential and challenges of harnessing natural gas as a cornerstone energy source.

The inaugural session was graced by the Honorable Minister of Industries, Commerce & Public Enterprise Department, Mr. Bimal Bora. He acknowledged Assam’s pioneering position in the petroleum and natural gas sector and emphasized the Hydrocarbon Vision 2030, a central government initiative tailored for North-East India. Minister Bora highlighted Assam’s substantial natural gas reserves and envisioned a fuel-driven economy powered by this clean and environmentally friendly energy source. He strongly advocated for seamless collaboration among stakeholders across the natural gas value chain.

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The workshop provided a platform for experts and industry leaders to exchange ideas, explore strategies, and chart a path toward optimizing the utilization of natural gas in Assam and the region at large. The attendees discussed the need for infrastructure development, policy initiatives, and technological advancements to fully realize the potential of natural gas as a sustainable energy solution.