MoPNG Annual Report 1999-2000

The report provides an overview of India’s petroleum and natural gas sector, covering exploration and production, refining, marketing and distribution, petroleum-sector undertakings and organisations, conservation of petroleum products, welfare of disadvantaged communities, pollution control, general activities, and supporting information through appendices.

About Dataset

This report presents a structured overview of activities, programmes, policies, and developments related to India’s petroleum and natural gas sector. It is organised into nine chapters followed by appendices. The report begins with an Introduction, followed by Exploration and Production, covering activities related to the exploration and production of petroleum resources. The Refining chapter addresses petroleum refining, while Marketing and Distribution focuses on the distribution and marketing of petroleum products. A separate chapter covers Other Undertakings/Organisations, providing information on organisations associated with the petroleum sector. Conservation of Petroleum Products is also addressed, highlighting the importance of efficient utilisation and conservation of petroleum resources. The report includes dedicated coverage of the welfare of Scheduled Castes, Scheduled Tribes, Other Backward Classes, and physically handicapped persons, reflecting social welfare and inclusive development initiatives. Control of Pollution forms another important section, addressing environmental considerations associated with petroleum-sector activities. The report concludes its main chapters with General matters, followed by Appendices containing supplementary and supporting information. Overall, the report serves as a reference document covering petroleum-sector operations, exploration, refining, marketing, conservation, institutional activities, social welfare, environmental protection, and related government initiatives.

Purpose of Dataset

The purpose of this report is to document and communicate the activities, policies, programmes, and developments of India’s petroleum and natural gas sector. It provides information on exploration and production, refining, marketing and distribution, petroleum-sector undertakings and organisations, and conservation of petroleum products. The report also records welfare initiatives for Scheduled Castes, Scheduled Tribes, Other Backward Classes, and physically handicapped persons. In addition, it covers pollution-control activities and other general matters related to the sector. The appendices provide supporting information for reference. Overall, the report serves as an official reference for policymakers, researchers, industry stakeholders, and other readers interested in the petroleum sector.