NRL signs MoU with IWT, will supply 80–100 Kiloliter of High Speed Diesel

On June 26, the Oil India division, Numaligargh Refinery Limited (NRL) signs a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Inland Water Transport (IWT), Government of Assam. The MoU was signed for the continued supply of High-Speed Diesel (HSD) to two of IWT’s key supply locations - Nemati Ghat and Guwahati Ghat.

Numaligarh Refinery ensure the supply of 80–100 kiloliters of High Speed Diesel per month on a delivery basis, supporting the operation of essential ferry services.

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Mr. R.M.W. Khongwir, CGM (Marketing) from NRL, and Ms. Sushmita Kakati, Director (IWT), Government of Assam signed the MoU, Officials from both organizations were presented.

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NRL has been supporting IWT for the past two years by ensuring uninterrupted fuel supply, which is critical to maintain ferry operations between Majuli - the world’s largest river island - and Jorhat Town. These ferry services are a lifeline for the residents of Majuli. Additionally, NRL supplies HSD at Guwahati Ghat to power ferries connecting to the northern bank of the Brahmaputra.

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