Business Update25 Apr 2026, 07:11 pm
HPCL: Rajasthan Refinery CDU Restart Anticipated in May 2026
AI Summary
Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Ltd (HPCL) reports on the fire incident at the Crude Distillation Unit (CDU) of HPCL Rajasthan Refinery Limited (HRRL) on April 20, 2026. Investigations confirm the fire was localized, impacting 6 heat exchangers. The cause is suspected to be leakage from a pressure gauge tapping point. Restoration is in progress, expected to be completed in 3-4 weeks, with CDU restart anticipated in the second fortnight of May 2026. Other secondary units are in advanced commissioning, with trial production of main products expected within May 2026.
Key Highlights
- Fire incident at HPCL Rajasthan Refinery's CDU impacted 6 heat exchangers.
- Leakage from pressure gauge tapping point suspected as the cause of the fire.
- CDU restart is anticipated in the second fortnight of May 2026.
- Trial production of main products expected to start within May 2026.
- Other secondary units are in advanced stage of commissioning.