Raipur: The Chhattisgarh government on Wednesday approved the ‘Urban Gas Distribution Policy 2026’ to expand pipelined natural gas supply across urban areas, with the aim of providing clean and affordable fuel to consumers, officials said.
The decision was taken at a Cabinet meeting chaired by Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai at Mantralaya Mahanadi Bhawan in Nava Raipur Atal Nagar, a government official said.
This policy seeks to ensure the availability of clean and economical natural gas in the country, providing a cost-effective alternative to LPG cylinders for homes. He added that it will facilitate faster and more convenient gas supply through pipeline networks, improving fuel convenience in cities.
He added that the initiative is expected to promote the use of clean energy, diversify fuel options and accelerate the development of pipeline infrastructure, leading to significant investments and job generation.
He added that the decision is considered a major step towards enhancing the protection of the environment and public facilities.
In another decision, the Cabinet approved allotment of five acres of land to District Cricket Association, Rajnandgaon, at a concessional price for construction of a modern sports stadium and cricket academy, he said.
The Council of Ministers also approved financial assistance of approximately $11.98 lakh crore to 6,809 individuals and institutions from the Prime Minister’s Discretionary Scholarship Fund. The official said that the assistance aims to provide immediate relief to those in need and strengthen social support mechanisms.
