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Centre proposes global standard for gas pipeline efficiency
The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) has proposed adopting the international standard ISO 15741:2016 for internal friction-reduction coatings used in steel gas transmission pipelines. The move aims to improve efficiency and durability…
The Story in Brief
The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) has proposed adopting the international standard ISO 15741:2016 for internal friction-reduction coatings used in steel gas transmission pipelines. The move aims to improve efficiency and durability of India's gas transportation network as the country expands its pipeline infrastructure. India currently operates 25,923 km of gas pipelines, with another 9,954 km under construction. The standard will remain voluntary unless the government later issues a Quality Control Order. Stakeholder comments are invited over two months before finalisation.
The Indian Opinion
The push for a global standard sounds sensible, but India's pipeline network spans diverse climates and includes ageing, non-piggable sections. An international benchmark alone cannot fix corrosion risks without local adaptation. The real test will be whether the government makes the standard mandatory via a Quality Control Order and ensures it is tailored to Indian conditions. Otherwise, this remains paperwork, not progress.
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