India, June 24 -- For the first time in history, natural gas produced in Upper Assam will be supplied across the North Bank of the State up to Baihata Chariali through the North East Gas Grid, with plans to extend supply to Guwahati and other areas via GAIL (India) Limited's pipeline network.

The milestone comes under the Government of Assam's initiative to boost the State's industrial and commercial sector, and under the leadership of Assam Chief Minister Dr Himanta Biswa Sarma and Bolin Chetia, MLA of Sadiya Constituency and Chairman of North East Gas Distribution Company Limited (NEGDCL).

The development is expected to bring significant relief to industries and commercial establishments facing challenges from the ongoing LPG crisis. ...