GAIL (India) Limited has announced a revision in the completion schedule for the Mumbai-Nagpur-Jharsuguda Pipeline (MNJPL) project, extending the deadline from March 1, 2026, to June 30, 2026. The extension ensures progressive commissioning of the Maharashtra section while other segments remain operational.
GAIL, India’s Maharatna PSU, disclosed the update under SEBI’s LODR regulations. The Board of Directors approved the revised timeline in its meeting on March 25, 2026, highlighting the company’s commitment to completing the strategic pipeline project.
Project Overview
The MNJPL project spans 1,702 km, connecting Mumbai, Nagpur, Jharsuguda, and Jabalpur. While the Mumbai-Nagpur, Nagpur-Jharsuguda (Chhattisgarh & Odisha section), and Nagpur-Jabalpur pipelines are already operational, the Maharashtra section of the Nagpur-Jharsuguda pipeline will be commissioned progressively by June 2026.
Key Highlights
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Total pipeline length: 1,702 km
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Mumbai-Nagpur: 693 km, Nagpur-Jharsuguda: 692 km, Nagpur-Jabalpur: 317 km
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Revised completion date: June 30, 2026
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No additional investment required
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PNGRB approval for extension underway
Strategic Importance
The MNJPL project strengthens India’s natural gas infrastructure, enhancing energy accessibility across Maharashtra, Chhattisgarh, Odisha, and Madhya Pradesh. Timely commissioning of the remaining section will boost industrial and domestic supply chains, aligning with India’s clean energy transition goals.
Sources: GAIL (India) Limited regulatory filing