Goalpara, Assam: Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited (BPCL) has successfully commissioned its Matia LPG Bottling Plant in Goalpara, Assam, marking a significant milestone as the company’s first LPG bottling plant in Assam and the North-East India region.
The commissioning marks the beginning of commercial operations at the facility, which has now been integrated into BPCL’s LPG supply chain. The plant is expected to strengthen LPG availability and distribution infrastructure across Assam and the wider North-East.
First LPG Bottling Plant in Assam and North-East
The Matia facility represents BPCL’s expansion of its LPG infrastructure in the North-East region.
The new plant is expected to support the region’s growing LPG demand by enabling more reliable and efficient supply. It will also help improve the movement of LPG from the bottling facility to consumers across Assam.
Key highlights include:
- Location: Matia, Goalpara, Assam
- Significance: BPCL’s first LPG bottling plant in Assam and the North-East
- Commercial operations: Commenced
- Consumer base: Nearly half a million LPG consumers in Assam
- Focus: Reliable supplies, faster turnaround and improved last-mile service
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First Packed LPG Truck Flagged Off
A key highlight of the commissioning ceremony was the flag-off of the first packed LPG truck from the Matia plant.
The event marked the formal beginning of commercial operations and the facility’s integration into BPCL’s existing LPG supply chain.
The plant will help streamline LPG distribution and support faster turnaround of supplies to different parts of Assam.
Plant to Serve Nearly Half a Million Consumers
BPCL said the Matia LPG Bottling Plant will serve nearly half a million LPG consumers in Assam.
The facility is expected to strengthen LPG availability across the state and contribute to improved supply infrastructure in the North-East.
With growing LPG demand in the region, the plant will support:
- Reliable LPG supplies
- Faster turnaround
- Improved last-mile service
- Stronger regional distribution infrastructure
- Better response to growing consumer demand
BPCL Strengthens LPG Infrastructure in North-East
The commissioning of the Matia plant is expected to enhance BPCL’s ability to supply LPG across Assam and other parts of the North-East.
By adding local bottling capacity, the facility will contribute to a more efficient LPG supply chain and help improve the availability of cooking fuel for consumers.
The project also reflects BPCL’s focus on expanding energy infrastructure and strengthening its presence in emerging markets.
BPCL Teams Recognised for Successful Commissioning
The successful commissioning of the plant reflects the combined efforts of BPCL’s Engineering & Projects, LPG and Operations teams, along with project partners and other stakeholders. BPCL highlighted the engineering capability, teamwork and strong commitment to safety demonstrated during the execution and commissioning of the facility.
Dignitaries Attend Matia Plant Commissioning
The commissioning ceremony was attended by Smt. Darshana Chetia, Additional District Commissioner, Goalpara, who was the distinguished dignitary at the event.
BPCL was represented by:
- Subhankar Sen, Director (Marketing)
- Dinabandhu Mandal, Executive Director (Engineering & Projects)
- T. V. Pandiyan, Business Head (LPG)
Their presence marked the formal commissioning of BPCL’s first LPG bottling facility in Assam and the North-East.
About Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited
Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited (BPCL) is a leading Indian public sector oil and gas company engaged in refining, marketing and distribution of petroleum products. The company operates refineries and an extensive fuel and LPG distribution network across India and continues to expand its energy infrastructure to meet the country’s growing demand.
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