With reference to the smart domestic PNG meters initiative, consider the following statements: 1. The smart meters are designed to provide features like tamper alerts and leak detection. 2. The initiative is exclusively focused on industrial gas distribution rather than domestic PNG. 3. The initiative involves a collaboration between PNGRB and EESL. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

PNGRB and EESL signed a Memorandum of Understanding to deploy Smart Domestic

GS3Economy · S&T · Environment · Security· Infrastructure (energy, ports, roads, railways)· Prelims· 7 September 2026

Smart metering in the CGD sector: a GS3 case study on infrastructure modernization and energy security.

Why in news

PNGRB and EESL signed an MoU to deploy Smart Domestic Piped Natural Gas (PNG) Meters to enhance safety and transparency in the City Gas Distribution sector.

Background

The Petroleum & Natural Gas Regulatory Board (PNGRB) and Energy Efficiency Services Limited (EESL) signed the MoU on September 6, 2026. The initiative focuses on deploying smart meters with digital monitoring, tamper alerts, and leak detection for millions of consumers.

Facts for Prelims

BodyPNGRB: Petroleum & Natural Gas Regulatory Board
BodyEESL: Energy Efficiency Services Limited
FactSmart meters include features like digital monitoring, tamper alerts, leak detection, and remote operations
FactThe initiative targets the City Gas Distribution (CGD) sector

Prelims practice question

With reference to the smart domestic PNG meters initiative, consider the following statements:

The smart meters are designed to provide features like tamper alerts and leak detection.
The initiative is exclusively focused on industrial gas distribution rather than domestic PNG.
The initiative involves a collaboration between PNGRB and EESL.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

(a)1 only
(b)2 only
(c)1 and 3 only
(d)2 and 3 only

Show answer

Answer: (c) 1 and 3 only — Statements 1 and 3 are correct. Statement 2 is incorrect: The initiative focuses on Smart Domestic Piped Natural Gas (PNG) meters.

For Mains

Q. Discuss how the integration of smart metering technologies in the City Gas Distribution sector can enhance energy security and consumer safety in India.

Dimensions to cover in your answer

Operational transparency: Real-time leak detection and tamper alerts reducing infrastructure risks
Cyber-security risks: Vulnerabilities in remote-operated IoT devices in critical gas infrastructure
Data integrity: Ensuring secure transmission of consumer usage data to prevent unauthorized access

Keywords: City Gas Distribution · Smart Metering · Energy Efficiency · Digital Monitoring · Infrastructure Security

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