MoPNG Annual Report 2022-2023

The annual report provides a comprehensive overview of India’s petroleum and natural gas sector, covering exploration, production, pipelines, refining, marketing, international cooperation, bio-fuels, conservation, pricing policies, welfare programmes, women’s empowerment, public-sector organisations, finance, cybersecurity, social media outreach, and other departmental activities.

About Dataset

This annual report presents a detailed account of the activities, policies, programmes, achievements, and developments of the petroleum and natural gas sector. It covers the sector’s major stages, including exploration and production, pipelines and natural gas, refining, marketing and distribution, and international cooperation and engagement. The report also addresses the development of the North-Eastern Region, research and development, new technologies, bio-fuels, and conservation initiatives. It provides information on pricing policies concerning sensitive petroleum products and documents welfare measures for Scheduled Castes, Scheduled Tribes, Other Backward Classes, and Divyangjan. A dedicated section focuses on the welfare, development, and empowerment of women. The report further covers various undertakings and organisations associated with the Ministry, along with financial matters handled by the Integrated Finance Division. Additional chapters discuss general administrative matters, Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav initiatives, cybersecurity guideline compliance, social media outreach, and an appendix containing supplementary information. Overall, the report serves as a consolidated reference document for understanding government initiatives, institutional activities, sectoral developments, social welfare programmes, financial administration, technological progress, conservation efforts, and emerging priorities in India’s petroleum and natural gas sector.

Purpose of Dataset

The purpose of this annual report is to provide a consolidated record of the Ministry’s activities, programmes, policies, achievements, and developments in the petroleum and natural gas sector. It enables stakeholders to understand developments across exploration and production, natural gas infrastructure, refining, marketing, bio-fuels, conservation, pricing, and international cooperation. The report also promotes transparency regarding welfare initiatives, women’s empowerment, public-sector undertakings, financial administration, cybersecurity compliance, and other departmental activities. By bringing together operational, financial, social, technological, and administrative information, the report serves as an official reference for policymakers, researchers, industry professionals, students, and other stakeholders interested in India’s energy sector.