In a notable development, AG&P Pratham has inaugurated its 52nd compressed natural gas (CNG) station in Vijamunur in Nellore district of Andhra Pradesh.

Besides, it is planning to commission 1,500 CNG stations in the next five years.

AG&P Pratham holds 25-year exclusive rights from the Petroleum and Natural Gas Regulatory Board (PNGRB) to develop city gas distribution (CGD) infrastructure and supply gas in more than 278,000 square km area across its authorised geographical areas (GAs). Currently, it operates 52 CNG stations in Andhra Pradesh, 112 in Karnataka, 38 in Rajasthan, 34 in Kerala and 64 stations in Tamil Nadu.