Prime Minister Modi laid foundation stone for BPCL's Rs 340.15 crore LPG Bottling Plant in Bihar
This state-of-the-art facility is a key step toward strengthening LPG infrastructure in Eastern India and aligns with the national vision for energy security, sustainability, and regional development.
New Delhi: Hon’ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi laid the foundation stone today for Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited’s Rs 340.15 crore LPG Bottling Plant with Rail Unloading Facility in Hathua, District Gopalganj, Bihar.
This state-of-the-art facility is a key step toward strengthening LPG infrastructure in Eastern India and aligns with the national vision for energy security, sustainability, and regional development.
Project Highlights :
• Investment: Rs 340.15 crore
• Capacity: 180 TMTPA
• Expected Completion: March 2027
Key Infrastructure :
• Rail Unloading Siding
• Mounded Storage Vessels (MSVs)
• 2x24 Station Electronic Carousel
• Vapour Recovery Systems
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Benefits for a Sustainable Future :
• Employment Generation: 1.2 lakh man-days during construction
• CO? Emission Reduction: ~11,000 MT annually — equivalent to planting 5 lakh trees
• Supply Impact: Will serve the growing LPG demand in North-West & North-Central Bihar
• Cleaner Logistics: Significant reduction in road transport of LPG
• Energy Security: Reliable and uninterrupted LPG availability for domestic and commercial use
This project marks a major stride in BPCL’s mission to ensure clean, reliable energy for all. It reinforces Atmanirbhar Bharat, boosts regional growth, and accelerates our path to Net Zero 2040—fueling a cleaner, greener Eastern India.
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