We are deeply saddened by this tragic loss of our colleagues. Shri Sudhir Gupta and Shri Harshit Mishra were dedicated officers whose contributions will always be remembered. Our heartfelt condolences are with their families and loved ones during this difficult time.
HPCL Mourns the Loss of Lives at Budaun CBG Plant
Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited (HPCL) is deeply saddened and mourns the tragic loss of two of its officers, Shri Sudhir Gupta, Deputy General Manager (Plant), and Shri Harshit Mishra, Assistant Manager (CBG), under unfortunate circumstances at the Compressed Biogas Plant in Budaun, Uttar Pradesh, on March 12, 2026.
Both officers were valued members of the HPCL family who served the organisation with dedication, professionalism, and integrity. Their sudden and untimely passing is an immense loss to the entire HPCL community.
Our thoughts and heartfelt condolences are with their families, loved ones, and colleagues during this extremely difficult time. HPCL is extending all possible support to the bereaved families.
Building long-term value through capability.
The commissioning of the world’s first LC-Max–based Residue Upgradation Facility at Visakh Refinery , together with India’s first hydrogen-based residue hydrocracking unit, reflects strategic investment in advanced refining infrastructure. Enhanced conversion efficiency to higher distillates, improved energy intensity, and capability to process all types of heavy crudes strengthens the economic profile of Visakh Refinery.
With a substantially improved Nelson Complexity Index, the refinery is now positioned among India’s most advanced assets, supporting long-term competitiveness, global benchmarking, and sustainable value creation.
Used oil from frying pans is being used to flying planes!
Yet another significant milestone in meeting India’s SAF blending mandate of achieving 1% blending by 2027, 2% by 2028 and 5% by 2030. This is a positive step towards our cleaner, greener and self-reliant energy future under the dynamic and decisive leadership of PM Sh @narendramodi Ji.
Visakh Refinery of @HPCL has inaugurated the demonstration plant of Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) production through co-processing of Used Cooking Oil (UCO) in its Full Conversion Hydrocracker Unit leveraging the existing refinery assets.
As per HPCL’s roadmap, post CORSIA certification, Visakh Refinery will produce ~10 TMT per annum of SAF from January 2027, supporting our nation's commitment to decarbonising aviation and promoting a circular, waste-to-wealth economy.
This pioneering initiative strengthens our countries energy #Aatmanirbharta, aligns with global CORSIA standards, and reinforces the nation’s Net-Zero targets.
@PMOIndia@PetroleumMin@MoCA_GoI@SwachhBharatGov@HPCL_VR@PIB_India
#SustainableAviationFuel #SAF #EnergyTransition #AtmanirbharBharat #NetZero #HPCL
A New Year offers an opportunity to reflect on our journey and move forward with renewed clarity and confidence. It reinforces the value of thoughtful decision-making, sustained focus, and collective discipline in driving long-term progress.
As we step into the year ahead, I wish everyone continued success in their endeavours, strength through collaboration, and fulfilment in our shared achievements.
Wishing all a healthy, progressive, and rewarding New Year.
#HappyNewYear #HPCL
Happy Diwali!
May this Diwali bring prosperity that’s measured in numbers, purpose, and trust. As we move forward with financial prudence and responsibility, let us continue building a future that shines bright with opportunity, balance, and shared success.
From 'No-Go' to 'Let’s Go' – India’s offshore energy story is changing fast.
Under PM @narendramodi ji’s leadership:
* 99% of ‘No-Go’ areas cleared
* 1 million sq km offshore unlocked
* OALP Round 10: India’s largest-ever offshore exploration round
* 25 blocks across 13 sedimentary basins
India is powering Atmanirbharta from beneath the seas.
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#EnergySecurity #AtmanirbharBharat #OALP #OffshoreExploration
At #UrjaVarta2025, Akshay Sahni, Country Head, @Chevron India, reflects on what makes this moment extraordinary for the energy sector.
As #India accelerates towards a future-ready energy ecosystem, he underscores how platforms like #UrjaVarta2025 foster meaningful dialogue, global collaboration, and aligned action, helping industry leaders collectively meet the energy demands of tomorrow.
#ONGC #Chevron #EnergyNowAndNext #MoPNG #ViksitBharat2047 #FutureOfEnergy #EandP #YouAreEnergy #EnergyTransition
At #UrjaVarta2025, Scott Miller, Director Business Development, Asia Pacific, @Halliburton, reaffirmed the company’s commitment to delivering cutting-edge solutions that align with #India’s ambitious energy vision.
He noted that the conference theme “Collaborate. Innovate. Synergize”, deeply resonates with #Halliburton’s approach; where engineering excellence meets strategic partnerships to reduce customer risk, enhance asset productivity, and drive sustainable value creation across upstream operations.
By integrating advanced digital tools, real-time data, and precision technologies, Halliburton is enabling operators like #ONGC to unlock the full potential of complex reservoirs and deepwater assets, propelling India’s energy security and transition goals forward.
#EnergyNowAndNext #FutureOfEnergy #MoPNG #ViksitBharat2047 #EandP #DigitalTransformation #YouAreEnergy #UpstreamInnovation
At #UrjaVarta2025, Vartika Shukla, Chairman & Managing Director, @EngineersIND, highlighted the summit as a pathbreaking milestone, a vibrant confluence of the finest minds shaping #India’s #energy narrative.
She emphasized the strategic significance of the new ORD Act, which empowers operators with a robust data repository and advanced analytics to unlock the true potential of exploration. As India scales up its #upstream capabilities, she noted, global #collaboration and #innovation will be key to catapulting the sector into a new era of discovery and energy resilience.
#EnergyNowAndNext #ONGC #MoPNG #EIL #FutureOfEnergy #ORDAct2025 #DataToDiscovery #ViksitBharat2047 #YouAreEnergy
Urja Varta brought together the brightest minds, boldest ideas, and biggest conversations in the energy sector paving the way for a sustainable, secure, and self-reliant energy future for India.
#ThinkEnergy#CollaborateInnovateSynergize#ORDAAct2025#Firesidechat #TransformingEandP #Energyforfuture #FuelIndia #Enerfyfortomorrow #Urjadialogue2025 #PoweringProgress #Bharatmandapam #EnergyLeadership #EnergyDialogue
@HardeepSPuri@PetroleumMin@DghIndia
Scott Miller, Director, Business Development, Asia Pacific, Halliburton, highlighted how AI is transforming the energy sector at #UrjaVarta2025.
Urja Varta, a Government of India initiative is actively promoting the driving of innovation and sustainability in energy sector.
#UrjaMarathon #EnergyDialogue #AIinEnergy #IndianOil
@HardeepSPuri@PetroleumMin
Manddar Pathak, Founder & Director, Manan Oilfield Services Pvt. Ltd., shared his experience at Urja Varta, saying:
“It’s a pleasure to be here and attend Urja Varta, a truly wonderful event.”
Urja Varta is a Government of India initiative promoting collaboration across the energy value chain.
#UrjaVarta2025 #UrjaMarathon #EnergyDialogue #EnergyLeadership #IndianOil
@HardeepSPuri@PetroleumMin
Dr. Manas Kumar Sharma from Dibrugarh University, who attended the Urja Varta event, highlighted that with rapid changes in the energy sector, the focus is now shifting towards increased global collaboration and participation.
Urja Varta is a Government of India initiative driving dialogue and innovation in the energy sector.
#UrjaVarta2025 #UrjaMarathon #EnergyDialogue #EnergyLeadership #IndianOil
@HardeepSPuri@PetroleumMin
David Hume, Professional Geoscientist & Business Development Advisor, Senior Project Manager, University of Houston,
shared his views at Urja Varta, stating:
"India has massive geological potential. The opportunity here is incredible."
Urja Varta is a Government of India initiative uniting stakeholders to shape the future of energy.
#UrjaVarta2025 #UrjaMarathon #EnergyDialogue #EnergyLeadership #IndianOil
@HardeepSPuri@PetroleumMin