PNGRB launches National PNG Drive 3.0 to enroll 50 lakh domestic-piped gas connections
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Energy transition and infrastructure development: a GS3 case study on meeting net-zero goals.
Why in news
The Petroleum and Natural Gas Regulatory Board (PNGRB) launched National PNG Drive 3.0 to accelerate the adoption of domestic-piped natural gas connections to meet net-zero goals.
Background
The initiative involves PNGRB, city-gas distributors, and oil-marketing companies. It aims to enroll 50 lakh domestic-piped gas connections by fiscal year 2027, with a specific target to convert 40 lakh connections into active users.
Facts for Prelims
- BodyPNGRB: Petroleum and Natural Gas Regulatory Board
- FactNational PNG Drive 3.0 target: 50 lakh domestic-piped gas connections by FY 2027
- FactNational PNG Drive 3.0 target: 40 lakh connections to be converted into active users
- FactNational PNG Drive 2.0 closure report was released on July 7, 2026
Prelims practice question
What is the specific target for converting connections into active users under the National PNG Drive 3.0?
- (a)60 lakh
- (b)25 lakh
- (c)30 lakh
- (d)40 lakh
Show answer
Answer: (d) 40 lakh — The initiative aims to convert 40 lakh connections into active users as part of the National PNG Drive 3.0.
For Mains
Q. Discuss how the expansion of piped natural gas infrastructure contributes to India's net-zero commitments and the transition towards a cleaner energy mix.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Infrastructure bottleneck: High capital expenditure required for last-mile pipeline connectivity in rural areas
- Regulatory framework: Balancing subsidized pricing for domestic users with the financial viability of city-gas distributors
Keywords: Net-zero goals · Energy transition · Piped Natural Gas (PNG) · Infrastructure development · Regulatory oversight
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