MoPNG Annual Report 2013-2014

The Annual Report presents an overview of activities and developments in India’s petroleum and natural gas sector. It covers exploration and production, pipelines and natural gas, refining, marketing and distribution, pricing, undertakings and organisations, conservation, international cooperation, welfare programmes, North-Eastern development, women’s empowerment, general activities, and appendices.

About Dataset

This Annual Report provides a comprehensive overview of the activities, programmes, policies, and developments in India’s petroleum and natural gas sector. The report is organised into fourteen chapters covering major areas of the industry and related governmental initiatives. The report begins with an Introduction, followed by Exploration and Production, which addresses exploration activities and hydrocarbon production. Pipelines and Natural Gas covers gas infrastructure and pipeline-related activities, while Refining focuses on petroleum refining operations and capacity. The Marketing and Distribution chapter deals with the distribution and marketing of petroleum products. Pricing addresses petroleum-product pricing matters. The report also describes the activities of various Undertakings/Organisations associated with the petroleum sector. Further chapters cover Conservation of Petroleum Products, International Cooperation and Engagement Abroad, and Welfare of SC/ST, OBC & Physically Handicapped. It also includes a dedicated chapter on the Development of the North-Eastern Region and another on Welfare, Development & Empowerment of Women. The final chapters cover General matters and Appendices, providing additional reference information. Overall, the report serves as a consolidated reference on petroleum, natural gas, energy infrastructure, government programmes, and associated social-development initiatives.

Purpose of Dataset

The purpose of the Annual Report is to document and communicate the activities, achievements, programmes, policies, and developments of the petroleum and natural gas sector. It provides structured information on exploration and production, natural gas and pipelines, refining, marketing and distribution, pricing, and conservation of petroleum products. The report also records international cooperation, the functioning of sectoral undertakings and organisations, development initiatives in the North-Eastern Region, and welfare and empowerment programmes for disadvantaged groups and women. It serves as a reference document for government authorities, policymakers, researchers, industry stakeholders, students, and other readers interested in India’s petroleum and natural gas sector.