{"id":5993,"date":"2026-03-25T18:49:32","date_gmt":"2026-03-25T13:19:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/gaonkaari.com\/?p=5993"},"modified":"2026-03-25T18:49:36","modified_gmt":"2026-03-25T13:19:36","slug":"govt-urges-shift-to-png-in-tiswadi-ponda-amid-lpg-supply-concerns","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/gaonkaari.com\/mr\/govt-urges-shift-to-png-in-tiswadi-ponda-amid-lpg-supply-concerns\/","title":{"rendered":"Govt Urges Shift to PNG in Tiswadi &#038; Ponda Amid LPG Supply Concerns"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><em><strong>Panaji: In view of the prevailing geopolitical situation and constraints affecting LPG supply, the Government of Goa has issued a public notice urging residents, particularly in Tiswadi and Ponda, to switch to Piped Natural Gas (PNG) connections.<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Government Push for PNG Adoption<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The Department of Civil Supplies and Consumer Affairs stated that PNG offers a safer, more reliable, and uninterrupted alternative to LPG.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Authorities highlighted that Goa Natural Gas Pvt. 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(GNGPL), a subsidiary of GAIL and BPCL, has continued to maintain normal gas supply across North Goa and Ponda despite ongoing challenges.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Infrastructure Already in Place<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>According to the notice, PNG infrastructure is already available in several large housing societies in Tiswadi and Ponda.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Residents have been encouraged to complete the necessary formalities to avail connections for both domestic and commercial use.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Incentives Announced<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The government has announced a range of incentives to promote the transition to PNG, including:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Free registration worth \u20b9500<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Referral benefits up to \u20b962,000<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Reimbursement of up to \u20b96,000 for third-party inspection<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Up to 90% rebate on meter security deposits<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Positive Feedback from Existing Users<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Officials said existing PNG consumers have expressed satisfaction with the service, citing convenience and reliability.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Public Appeal for Energy Security<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The government has appealed to citizens to adopt PNG as a step towards ensuring energy security and supporting national resilience during uncertain global conditions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Contact Details for Consumers<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Residents can contact Goa Natural Gas Pvt. 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