Hydrocarbon Vision 2030 (ஹைட்ரோகார்பன் தொலைநோக்கு ஆவணம் 2030)

The above cities need to be connected to the gas pipeline network and may require VGF from the
government, as the investment requirements for such projects is expected to be quite large and
demand in these cities may not be significant to make it financially remunerative enough for
developers. The estimations of above capital cost are based on rough assessment. A detailed study
may be conducted at a later stage to determine the actual investment requirements for such projects.
8 cities in Northeast region have been identified by GoI for being considered for ‘Smart Cities’
initiatives. These cities may be considered for prioritization from CGD network perspective, subject to
technical and pipeline connectivity considerations.
Figure 53: Map of future CGD cities Phase I, II & III and CNG highway
Source: CRISIL Infrastructure Advisory Analysis
7.5.3.4 Development of the end-consumer segment
The proposed Chambal fertiliser plant in Tripura, which has been in the planning stage for long, needs
to be fast-tracked not only to ensure fertiliser supply in the region but also to create adequate demand
for gas fields in Tripura. Further, the opening of Chittagong Port can meet the gas requirement of
regional industries, as importing LNG through the port will be easier and economical. Access to
Chittagong Port will ensure trade between the Northeast and Bangladesh as well as with the rest of
the country. Further, ONGC’s gas-based power plant can be expanded to supply power to
Bangladesh, which is a power deficit country.
The NEIIPP (2007) was suspended by government temporarily. The policy has led to positive results
in Northeastern states, especially in Assam. Therefore, re-instating the NEIIPP can be considered as
it will help in setting up medium and large-scale industries in the region. These industries can then be
targeted for gas consumption.
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