Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha lauded the Tripura National Gas Corporation Ltd (TNGCL) for expanding CNG distribution in rural areas, saying the use of CNG is not only economically viable but also ensures a healthy environment.

Speaking after inaugurating a new CNG station in Gomati district’s Khilpara, Saha said the TNGCL has added around 31 CNG stations in the northeastern state since 2018, with facilities now available in both urban and rural areas.

The TNGCL, a joint venture of GAIL (India) Ltd, Tripura Industrial Development Corporation, and Assam Gas Co Ltd, plans to further expand its network, with initiatives underway to build CNG stations in Fatikcherra and Bodhjungnagar in West Tripura district.

The new CNG station at Khilpara will serve as a mother station, supplying CNG to other areas, and is expected to benefit auto drivers, taxi owners, and private vehicle owners.

Saha announced plans to set up CNG stations in Mohanpur, Khairpur-Amtali bypass in West Tripura, Bagma, Amarpur, and Ampi in Gomati district, pending discussions with TNGCL.