Pakistan, Nov. 15 -- Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) plays an important role in the energy mix of Pakistan by providing a cleaner alternative to biomass-based sources, especially in locations where natural gas is not available. Currently, there are 11 LPG producers and 382 LPG marketing companies operating in the country.

In pursuance of the Oil and Gas Regulatory Authority (OGRA) Ordinance 2002, the objective of OGRA is to foster competition, increase private investment and ownership in the midstream and downstream petroleum industry, protect the public interest while at the same time also respecting individual rights and provide effective and efficient regulations. OGRA has also simplified the procedure for the grant of an LPG license, a...