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Union Home Minister Amit Shah flags off India's first LNG train in Gujarat
✍️ The Times of India
🗓 27 Sep 2026, 04:31 PM
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Union Home Minister Amit Shah inaugurated the country's first LNG train in Gujarat, marking a milestone in India's gas infrastructure development.
Gujarat witnessed a landmark event as Union Home Minister Amit Shah officially inaugurated India's first liquefied natural gas (LNG) train. The ceremony, covered by national media, highlighted the government's focus on expanding the country's gas supply chain.
The LNG train, a high‑capacity processing unit, is expected to enhance the availability of natural gas for power generation, industry and domestic use across the nation. Officials said the facility will integrate with existing pipelines, reducing dependence on imported fuel.
Stakeholders from the energy sector and state officials attended the flag‑off, underscoring the collaborative effort between central and state governments to boost energy security.
The launch aligns with broader initiatives aimed at diversifying India's energy mix and supporting the transition to cleaner fuels.
The event also served as a platform to reaffirm the government's commitment to infrastructure projects that drive economic growth and energy self‑reliance.
The LNG train, a high‑capacity processing unit, is expected to enhance the availability of natural gas for power generation, industry and domestic use across the nation. Officials said the facility will integrate with existing pipelines, reducing dependence on imported fuel.
Stakeholders from the energy sector and state officials attended the flag‑off, underscoring the collaborative effort between central and state governments to boost energy security.
The launch aligns with broader initiatives aimed at diversifying India's energy mix and supporting the transition to cleaner fuels.
The event also served as a platform to reaffirm the government's commitment to infrastructure projects that drive economic growth and energy self‑reliance.