GAIL Signs MoU for Gas-Based Fertilizer Project in Chhattisgarh
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GAIL (India) Limited has signed a non-binding Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Government of Chhattisgarh to develop a gas-based fertilizer project in the state. The project involves a urea manufacturing plant with a capacity of 12.7 Lacs Metric Ton (LMT), strategically located along GAIL’s Mumbai–Nagpur–Jharsuguda Natural Gas Pipeline corridor. The Government of Chhattisgarh will assist in feasibility studies, land allocation, and necessary approvals. GAIL will conduct detailed techno-economic studies before making an investment decision.
GAIL (India) Limited has entered into a non-binding Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Government of Chhattisgarh for the development of a gas-based fertilizer project in Chhattisgarh. The MoU was signed on December 23, 2025, in the presence of the Hon’ble Chief Minister of Chhattisgarh, Shri Vishnu Deo Sai. The agreement was executed by Shri Rajat Kumar, Secretary (Commerce & Industries), Government of Chhattisgarh, and Shri Rajeev Kumar Singhal, Director (Business Development), GAIL.
Under the terms of the MoU, GAIL will undertake detailed techno-economic studies to establish a urea manufacturing plant with a capacity of 12.7 Lacs Metric Ton (LMT). The plant is proposed to be strategically located along GAIL’s Mumbai–Nagpur–Jharsuguda Natural Gas Pipeline corridor. The investment decision for the fertilizer project will be based on the outcomes of these studies.
The Government of Chhattisgarh will provide facilitation at all stages of the project. This includes support for feasibility studies, identification and allocation of suitable land parcels, coordination with state and central authorities, and facilitation for statutory approvals. Additionally, the government will enable infrastructure necessary for the implementation of the project.
GAIL (India) Limited is a Maharatna Public Sector Undertaking under the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas. It is India’s leading natural gas transmission and distribution company. GAIL has played a significant role in the development of various downstream natural gas-based industries in the country. The company is now focusing on contributing to the fertilizer sector to enhance domestic fertilizer production.