Guwahati: Oil India Limited (OIL) has won the First Prize in the Technical Poster Presentation at the North East Region Gas Conclave 2026, organised by Indradhanush Gas Grid Limited (IGGL) on October 9, 2026, at Hotel Taj Vivanta in Guwahati, Assam.
The award-winning poster, titled “Unlocking North-East Gas Potential,” was prepared by Ms Sanjukta Baruah, Debasish Das and Tasrique Alam Haque from OIL’s GMS Department. The recognition highlights the company’s technical expertise and commitment to exploring the natural gas potential of Northeast India.
OIL’s Award-Winning Poster Highlights Northeast Gas Potential
The poster presentation focused on unlocking the significant natural gas potential of the North-Eastern Region. OIL’s achievement reflects its efforts to contribute technical knowledge and innovative approaches towards strengthening the region’s natural gas sector.
The key details of the achievement are:
- Award: First Prize in the Technical Poster Presentation
- Organisation: Oil India Limited (OIL)
- Award-Winning Poster: “Unlocking North-East Gas Potential”
- Contributors: Ms Sanjukta Baruah, Debasish Das and Tasrique Alam Haque
- Department: GMS Department, OIL
- Event: North East Region Gas Conclave 2026
- Date: October 9, 2026
- Venue: Hotel Taj Vivanta, Guwahati, Assam
- Organiser: Indradhanush Gas Grid Limited (IGGL)
North East Region Gas Conclave 2026 Focuses on the 4As of Natural Gas
The North East Region Gas Conclave 2026 was organised around the theme “4As – Availability, Accessibility, Affordability and Acceptability of Natural Gas.”
The event brought together representatives from public sector undertakings, private companies, state-owned entities and regional City Gas Distribution (CGD) companies to discuss opportunities and challenges in developing the natural gas ecosystem across Northeast India.
The four pillars of the conclave focused on:
- Availability: Strengthening natural gas supply and exploring regional gas resources.
- Accessibility: Improving pipeline connectivity and distribution infrastructure.
- Affordability: Promoting cost-effective access to natural gas for industries and consumers.
- Acceptability: Encouraging wider adoption of natural gas across different sectors.
The discussions highlighted the importance of coordinated efforts among energy companies, infrastructure developers and other stakeholders to harness the region’s natural gas resources and establish a robust, sustainable gas ecosystem.
OIL Reaffirms Commitment to a Sustainable Gas-Based Economy
The First Prize recognition reinforces Oil India Limited’s commitment to technical excellence, innovation and the development of the natural gas sector. The achievement also highlights the contribution of OIL’s technical professionals towards identifying opportunities to unlock the North-East’s energy potential.
By contributing technical insights and participating in industry platforms such as the North East Region Gas Conclave 2026, OIL continues to support efforts aimed at strengthening natural gas infrastructure and promoting a sustainable gas-based economy in the region.
About Oil India Limited (OIL)
Oil India Limited (OIL) is a Maharatna public sector undertaking under the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas, Government of India. The company is engaged in the exploration, development and production of crude oil and natural gas, along with activities across the hydrocarbon value chain. OIL plays an important role in supporting India’s energy security and developing the natural gas sector, particularly in the North-Eastern Region.
