Tirupati: Marking a significant milestone in reshaping Sri City’s energy landscape AG&P Pratham, a leading City Gas Distribution company in India has commenced the development of a comprehensive gas pipeline network. The project aims to provide industrial, commercial, and residential sectors within Sri City with reliable, cost-effective, and environmentally friendly natural gas solutions. The recent inauguration ceremony, graced by Shri N. Chandrababu Naidu, Hon’ble Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh, underscores AG&P Pratham’s commitment to supporting the sustainable development of Sri City and Andhra Pradesh overall.
The MoU signed in March this year between AG&P Pratham and Sri City signifies a robust partnership focused on creating an extensive natural gas pipeline network that will connect potential customers across this integrated business city. This collaboration also presents a valuable opportunity for industries in Sri City to reduce their carbon footprint by transitioning their employee transportation vehicles to Compressed Natural Gas (CNG).
Commenting on the collaboration with Sri City, Mr. Abhilesh Gupta, Managing Director & CEO of AG&P Pratham, stated, “We are thrilled to collaborate with Sri City to develop natural gas infrastructure that will provide industrial and commercial establishments with a reliable energy solution. This association represents a major stride in transforming the energy landscape through a seamless gas pipeline network that will connect potential customers within the coming months. The industries in Sri City, including metal, automotive, ceramics/glass, packaging, and dairy production processes, will greatly benefit from this clean energy initiative. Our planned investment of INR 3,500 Crores over the next five years is aimed at facilitating an easier shift to natural gas, an eco-friendly and economical fuel, for all customers across Andhra Pradesh.”
Mr. Gautam Anand, Regional Head – AG&P Pratham, Nellore, Chittoor and Tirupati GA, Regional Head shared insights about the company stating, “AG&P Pratham is developing city gas distribution networks in seven districts of the state, including Tirupati, Chittoor, SPSR Nellore, YSR Kadapa, Annamayya, Sri Sathya Sai, and Anantapur. We have already launched 56 CNG stations, including three live LCNG stations, and have laid over 3,350 inch-km of pipelines, connecting more than 46,000 households across the state.”
Mr. Anand further highlighted, “We are excited about the introduction of CNG in Sri City as an environmentally friendly mobility solution. Our proposed CNG fuelling station within the industrial park will cater to the transportation needs of Sri City, helping industries achieve their Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) targets. Additionally, residential societies in Sri City will also benefit from Piped Natural Gas (PNG) for domestic purposes, enhancing the quality of life for residents and fostering sustainable community development.”
The launch of this project aligns with AG&P Pratham’s vision of promoting natural gas as a clean and sustainable energy source across Andhra Pradesh. The infrastructure development in Sri City will not only support the state’s industrial growth but also contribute to achieving the broader goal of reducing carbon emissions and advancing environmental sustainability.
