January 28, 2023. AG&P Pratham, one of the leading players in the Indian City Gas Distribution (CGD) industry, has launched Kerala’s two liquified compressed natural gas (LCNG) stations in two locations – Kochuveli in Thiruvananthapuram and in Cherthala, Alappuzha.
Launching the facilities, Shri Pinarayi Vijayan, Honourable Chief Minister of Kerala, said, “Natural gas helps reduce air pollution caused by vehicles & industries and helps the country move towards responsible growth and energy sufficiency. Using domestic piped natural gas will result in convenience & savings and improve the quality of life for the citizen of the states. The use of CNG has several merits over traditional fuels like diesel and petrol and its use will help create an environmentally friendly ecosystem in Kerala. We are committed to strengthening the gas distribution infrastructure across the state and transforming Kerala into a clean energy state. We welcome companies like AG&P Pratham whose continued efforts will help achieve this vision and promote increased adoption of natural gas among citizens.”
Speaking at the launch, Shri Abhilesh Gupta, Managing Director & CEO, AG&P Pratham, stated, “The launch of two LCNG stations in Kerala is a testament to our commitment to the state. We are grateful for the continued support from the state government and the local authorities in helping us expand the gas distribution infrastructure in the state. By consistently expanding our footprint in the state, we aim to develop 291 CNG stations, serve thousands of households, industries, and commercial establishments and generate 1.500 jobs across Kerala in the next eight years.”
The Kochuveli station will eventually cover 9,500 vehicles and benefit 80,000 households, and 1,000 commercial establishments and the Cherthala station will eventually cover 6,000 vehicles and benefit 80,000 households, and 1,000 commercial establishments.
