New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi is scheduled to dedicate Mangalore Refinery and Petrochemicals Limited’s (MRPL) Devangonthi Marketing Terminal in Bengaluru, Karnataka, to the nation on November 13, 2026. Developed at an investment of ₹330 crore, the terminal is expected to strengthen the region’s fuel supply infrastructure, improve petroleum product distribution and support growing energy demand in Karnataka.
Spread across 20 acres, the state-of-the-art facility has a total storage capacity of 77,000 kilolitres. It is designed to enhance fuel storage, handling and distribution through modern infrastructure, automated operations and advanced digital systems.
MRPL’s Devangonthi Terminal to Strengthen Fuel Supply Infrastructure
The Devangonthi Marketing Terminal is connected to MRPL’s Mangaluru refinery through the 363-km Petronet Mangalore–Hassan–Bangalore Pipeline. This connectivity will facilitate the transportation and distribution of petroleum products from the refinery to Bengaluru and neighbouring markets.
The terminal has the capacity to handle three major petroleum products:
- Petrol
- Diesel
- Aviation Turbine Fuel (ATF)
The facility will cater to Bengaluru airport, MRPL’s HiQ retail outlets, Oil Marketing Companies (OMCs) and industrial consumers, strengthening the regional petroleum distribution network.
77,000-Kilolitre Storage Capacity and Modern Facilities
With a storage capacity of 77,000 kilolitres, the terminal is equipped with modern facilities to improve operational efficiency and ensure reliable fuel distribution.
Its key infrastructure includes 10 automated truck-loading bays, advanced digital control systems and dedicated facilities for biofuel blending.
These facilities are expected to streamline fuel loading and handling operations while maintaining modern safety and environmental standards. The infrastructure will also support ethanol and biodiesel blending, contributing to the development of cleaner fuel alternatives.
Pipeline Transportation to Reduce 40,000 Tonnes of CO₂ Emissions Annually
One of the major highlights of the Devangonthi Marketing Terminal is its expected environmental benefit through pipeline-based fuel transportation.
The project will reduce dependence on long-distance road transportation of petroleum products, particularly through the ecologically sensitive Western Ghats region.
According to MRPL, the shift towards pipeline-based transportation is expected to help avoid approximately 40,000 tonnes of carbon dioxide (CO₂) emissions annually.
The initiative is also expected to improve road safety by reducing the movement of fuel tankers. In addition, dedicated biofuel blending infrastructure will support India’s efforts to promote cleaner energy sources and reduce the environmental impact of conventional fuels.
Project Expected to Generate Over 280 Employment Opportunities
Apart from strengthening Karnataka’s energy infrastructure, the Devangonthi Marketing Terminal is expected to generate more than 280 direct and indirect employment opportunities.
The facility is also expected to support industrial development and expansion of fuel distribution networks across Karnataka and neighbouring markets.
By improving fuel storage and transportation capabilities, the terminal will help meet the energy requirements of the transport, aviation, retail and industrial sectors.
MRPL’s Role in Strengthening India’s Energy Security
The dedication of the Devangonthi Marketing Terminal marks an important addition to India’s petroleum infrastructure. The ₹330-crore project combines large-scale fuel storage, pipeline connectivity, automated loading facilities and biofuel blending infrastructure.
With its 77,000-kilolitre storage capacity and modern distribution facilities, the terminal is expected to improve fuel supply reliability in Bengaluru and surrounding regions. Its estimated annual reduction of 40,000 tonnes of CO₂ emissions will also contribute to more sustainable fuel transportation.
About Mangalore Refinery and Petrochemicals Limited (MRPL)
Mangalore Refinery and Petrochemicals Limited (MRPL) is a subsidiary of Oil and Natural Gas Corporation (ONGC) and operates a refinery at Mangaluru, Karnataka. The company is engaged in refining crude oil and producing petroleum products, including petrol, diesel, aviation turbine fuel and other value-added products. MRPL plays an important role in India’s petroleum sector by contributing to fuel availability, refining capacity and energy security.
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