
MoU12 Nov 2026, 10:00 pm
GAIL, KRIBHCO Sign MoU for Gas-Based Fertilizer Plant in AP
AI Summary
GAIL (India) Limited and Krishak Bharati Cooperative Limited (KRIBHCO) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Andhra Pradesh Economic Development Board (APEDB) to explore the establishment of a gas-based urea plant in Andhra Pradesh. The proposed plant, with a capacity of 1.27 Million Metric Tons Per Annum (MMTPA), is planned for Mulapeta, Srikakulam district, strategically located along GAIL's Srikakulam Angul Natural Gas Pipeline (SAPL). This initiative aims to bolster India's fertilizer self-sufficiency and was signed during the 31st CII Partnership Summit 2026 in the presence of the Hon’ble Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh.
Key Highlights
- MoU signed to explore setting up a gas-based urea plant in Andhra Pradesh.
- Proposed plant capacity is 1.27 MMTPA at Mulapeta, Srikakulam.
- Project aligns with strengthening India's fertilizer self-sufficiency.
- Strategic location along GAIL's SAPL pipeline.
- Collaboration between GAIL, KRIBHCO, and APEDB.
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