The Kochi-Koottanad-Bangalore-Mangalore Pipeline Project (KKBMPL) is experiencing delays with about 75 per cent physical progress achieved due to lack of space along roadsides and footpaths in old Bengaluru regions.
Work on the pipeline commenced in 2019 with the Bengaluru-Kerala section yet to be completed.
Besides, the Petroleum and Natural Gas Regulatory Board (PNGRB) reported a lag in providing piped natural gas (PNG) supply to households in the state. Connections have been laid for around 5.77 lakh households, while gas is being supplied to 3.5 lakh households with supply ongoing for 1.2 lakh households, leaving a gap of 2.5 lakh homes.