Dhaka, April 21 -- The government has simplified the industrial gas distribution system, allowing factories within the same premises and ownership to transfer unused gas load with approval from the relevant gas company's managing director or regional head, aiming to improve service amid rising demand.

The Power, Energy and Mineral Resources Division on Monday issued a circular in this regard outlining the revised guidelines to address challenges.

Leaders of the country's primary textile mills welcomed the move, saying the reforms would help enhance productivity, reduce cost and streamline operations, particularly for energy-intensive textile and garment sectors.

Industrial units can rearrange or replace gas equipment keeping the approv...