PNG Supply Begins in Ayodhya’s Saketpuri

Residents of Saketpuri colony in Ayodhya have started receiving piped natural gas (PNG) connections for household cooking needs.

The supply has been launched by GAIL Gas Limited, marking an important milestone in the expansion of city gas distribution in Ayodhya, reported The Times of India. The move comes as part of the government’s push to provide clean and convenient fuel alternatives in tier-2 and tier-3 cities.

Around 350 households in Saketpuri have already been connected in the initial phase, with more connections planned across other colonies in the city in the coming months. Company officials said the rollout is being done in phases to ensure proper testing of pipelines, pressure levels, and safety systems.

PNG offers a continuous and meter-based fuel supply, eliminating the need for residents to depend on LPG cylinders. Officials pointed out that the initiative will not only reduce the logistical hassle of cylinder refills but also improve kitchen safety and convenience.

Ayodhya was brought under the City Gas Distribution (CGD) network in recent years, and the project has gathered momentum alongside the city’s wider infrastructure expansion, including road upgrades and tourism-related projects.

The introduction of PNG in Saketpuri is expected to extend gradually to other areas, benefiting thousands of households. GAIL Gas has confirmed that consumer service centres will be set up locally to address billing and customer support requirements.

Residents welcomed the development, calling it a major step towards modernising basic utilities in the city.