Bhubaneswar, Feb 13: GAIL (India) Limited organised a CNG promotion event in Bhubaneswar under the National PNG Drive 2.0 initiative. The programme aimed to demonstrate the performance and fuel efficiency benefits of Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) vehicles through a real-world driving exercise.
As part of the event, around 50 CNG vehicles participated in a rally covering the Bhubaneswar–Cuttack–Bhubaneswar route. The rally was conducted smoothly, with fuel support provided for the entire trip. The enthusiastic participation reflected the growing consumer interest in cleaner and more economical fuel alternatives.
During the rally, vehicle mileage was closely monitored to assess actual on-road performance. Three drivers who achieved the highest mileage were felicitated at the conclusion of the event. The objective of the rally was to demonstrate that CNG-powered Tour variant vehicles can deliver mileage exceeding 35 kilometres per kilogram.
The results of the rally validated this objective, with the top-performing drivers recording mileage figures of approximately 40 kilometres per kilogram of CNG. The event successfully highlighted the efficiency and viability of CNG as a sustainable and cost-effective automotive fuel, reinforcing GAIL (India) Limited’s commitment to promoting cleaner energy solutions.
