MoPSW Notifies Chhara Port in Gujarat for LNG Import

MoPSW notifies Chhara Port in Gujarat for LNG import

NEW DELHI : In a significant move to bolster India’s energy security, the Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways(MoPSW) has officially notified Chhara Port in Gujarat for the import of Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) into India by sea. The notification, issued under Rule 16(1) of the Petroleum Rules, 2002, empowers M/s Simar Ports Private Limited (SPPL) to handle LNG imports at Chhara Port. This step has been taken in consideration of the critica…

Centre designates Chhara Port in Gujarat as LNG import hub - Maritime Gateway

The Ministry of Ports, Shipping, and Waterways has formally certified Chhara Port in Gujarat for the import of LNG into India by sea, marking a major step to strengthen India’s energy security. The notification gives M/s Simar Ports Private Limited (SPPL) the authority to manage LNG imports at Chhara Port and was issued in accordance with Rule 16(1) of the Petroleum Rules, 2002. Given the urgent need to import gas and petroleum for the public’s …