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Project Update18 Aug 2026, 05:20 pm

ONGC Connects Khoraghat Gas to North East Gas Grid

AI Summary

Oil and Natural Gas Corporation Limited (ONGC) has commissioned gas evacuation facilities at Khoraghat GGS-1 in Assam, connecting surplus associated natural gas from the Upper Assam Shelf to the North East Gas Grid (NEGG). This development, complementing the Dergaon–Dimapur Pipeline, will facilitate the utilization of nearly 1 lakh Standard Cubic Metres (SCM) of gas per day from ONGC’s Jorhat asset. ONGC is also developing further hook-up facilities to connect additional producing fields. These projects aim to augment gas availability, reduce flaring, strengthen the regional gas-based economy, and create opportunities for households, industry, transport, and power, supporting economic and infrastructure development in the North-East.

Key Highlights

  • ONGC commissions Khoraghat gas evacuation facilities in Assam.
  • Connects Upper Assam Shelf gas to North East Gas Grid.
  • Facilitates utilization of 1 lakh SCM gas daily from Jorhat asset.
  • Aims to boost regional energy access and gas-based economy.
  • Strengthens gas connectivity and economic development in North-East.