Panipat Refinery completes NABL Surveillance Audit
PRPC, through its rigorous commitment to quality assurance, has carved a distinctive place in the industrial sector. Quality Control (QC) Laboratory, Panipat Refinery, has been accredited by the National Accreditation Board for Testing and Calibration Laboratories (NABL) for testing parameters of petroleum products, including Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF), in accordance with ISO/IEC 17025:2017 international standards. NABL is a constituent board of the Quality Council of India (QCI), established to provide third-party assessment of the quality and technical competence of laboratories. Panipat Refinery successfully completed the NABL Surveillance Audit on June 4, 2026. A distinguished assessment team from the National Accreditation Board for Testing and Calibration Laboratories visited the refinery to evaluate the effectiveness of the Management System in compliance with ISO/IEC 17025:2017 requirements. The audit, led by Mr Sajal Kumar Pramanik, Lead Assessor, included a comprehensive review of QC functions, technical competence, and NABL documentation. Mr M L Dahriya, ED & RH, PRPC, congratulated the Quality Control team on the successful completion of the audit. The assessment team expressed satisfaction with the refinery’s systems and processes and recommended the continuation of NABL accreditation. (Nikita Kariya, Officer (CC), PRPC, with inputs from Dr Navneet Maheshwari, SQCM, Panipat Refinery)
Haldia Refinery launches Smart Solid Waste Segregation initiative in Cluster-21
As part of the Smart Cluster Initiative in Cluster-21, a flag-off ceremony was organised on June 6, 2026, at Cluster-21 Park to promote segregation at source, proper collection, and scientific disposal of domestic solid waste among township residents and stakeholders. Conceptualised for Cluster-21 with the support of West Bengal Waste Management Limited (WBWML), the initiative introduces an integrated waste management system based on segregation of waste at source into four distinct categories - Red for sanitary waste, Green for biodegradable/vegetable waste, Blue for plastic waste, and Black for electronic waste. Segregated waste will be collected directly from households by designated waste pickers and transported through specially designed mobile vans equipped with separate compartments for each waste category. The collected waste will subsequently be sent to WBWML for recycling, thereby promoting recovery at source and supporting a circular process. The initiative was flagged off by Mr S K Das, ED & RH, Haldia Refinery, in the presence of Mr Swabrinto Chatterjee, MD & Regional Head, WBWML, and senior officials of Haldia Refinery. Addressing the gathering, Mr Das emphasised that environmental responsibility must extend beyond refinery operations into communities and daily life. He highlighted the vision of developing Cluster-21 into a model township and encouraged the younger generation to actively support and sustain the initiative. (Shouvik Sinha Chaudhury, Mgr (CC), Haldia Refinery)
CGM & SH, OSO inaugurates MS Infrastructure Augmentation Project at Jharsuguda Terminal
Mr Kamal Sheel, CGM & SH, OSO, visited Jharsuguda Terminal and inaugurated the MS Infrastructure Augmentation Project on June 5, 2026, wherein the SKO to MS Bay conversion was successfully commissioned. In this MS Loading Infrastructure Augmentation Project at Jharsuguda, 5 SKO Bays at Gantry 3 have been converted to MS & EBMS. The works included modification in Product Pump House, conversion of Pumps for MS as well as EBMS, and laying of pipelines from PH to the TLF. Provision has been made for EBMS & XP loading in the newly converted SKO to MS Bays with bottom loading facility & integration into TAS. Upon successful commissioning of the EBMS loading facility, which is planned subsequently, Jharsuguda Terminal will benefit significantly in streamlining MS loading, removing infrastructure bottlenecks, resulting in cost optimisation for the Corporation in terms of savings on overhead costs. The event was attended by Mr Sadanand Mishra, CGM (Ops), OSO, Mr A Andrews Jenner, GM (Engg), OSO, Engg team of OSO, Officers of Jharsuguda Terminal, Collectives & Stakeholders. The project has been executed by following SOPs on Safety & Nil downtime of operations. (Ansuman Rath, CM (Engg), OSO)
BSO organises prize distribution ceremony under 'SERVO Bike Dhamaka' campaign
‘SERVO Bike Dhamaka’ winner felicitation ceremony was organised on June 5, 2026, at M/s Gupta Energy (Retail Outlet), Dhanbad, under BSO. The ceremony was attended by Mr Prasant Kumar Mallick, CGM (Lubes), BSO, along with senior officials of IndianOil. The event witnessed the campaign winner and over 30 channel partners. The ‘SERVO Bike Dhamaka’ campaign, conducted from November 1, 2025, to December 31, 2025, was designed to enhance customer engagement through the SERVO Reward App. Mr Mallick presented the motorcycle prize to the campaign winner in the presence of other senior officials. Congratulating the winner, Mr Mallick shared valuable insights into the campaign’s success and its positive impact on the lubricant business. He emphasised that such initiatives play a crucial role in driving lubricant sales, strengthening customer trust, and promoting premium-grade products. He also highlighted key strategic focus areas to further enhance premium lubricant sales. The winner expressed heartfelt gratitude towards IndianOil and SERVO, appreciating the initiative and sharing their excitement about receiving the prestigious prize. (Devi Prasad Puhan, CM (Lubes - M&P), BSO)
Haldia Refinery and Indian Coast Guard organise cyclothon on World Bicycle Day
On the occasion of World Bicycle Day 2026, Haldia Refinery, in collaboration with the Indian Coast Guard, organised a Cyclothon on June 7, 2026, to promote fitness, environmental sustainability, and the use of eco-friendly modes of transport. The event witnessed enthusiastic participation from around 200 cyclists, including Haldia Refinery employees and their family members, Coast Guard personnel, and cycling enthusiasts from Haldia. The cyclothon, covering a distance of approximately 17 km across Haldia, was flagged off by Mr S K Das, ED & RH, Haldia Refinery, along with Mr Sahadev Sengwa, Commandant (2IC), Indian Coast Guard. Senior officials of Haldia Refinery, medical support teams, and representatives from IOOA and HREU were also present on the occasion. Addressing the participants, Mr Das appreciated their enthusiastic response and emphasised the role of cycling in promoting physical fitness and pollution-free transportation. He also conveyed his special appreciation and best wishes to the significant number of women who attended the event. The cyclothon reinforced the message of healthy living and environmental responsibility. (Shouvik Sinha Chaudhury, Mgr (CC), Haldia Refinery)
LPG Bottling Plant, Nabha celebrates World LPG Day
World LPG Day 2026 was celebrated at the LPG Bottling Plant, Nabha, with an Indane ownership pledge followed by a group talk. The event was attended by all in-house STP stakeholders and employees. Mr Kamal Maheshwari, DGM (P), Nabha BP, administered the pledge and highlighted the importance of Indane and our crucial role in ensuring uninterrupted supplies to meet consumer needs. This year’s theme, “LPG: Pass It Forward”, invites the global LPG community to share the story of this vital energy source. The campaign focuses on spreading awareness about LPG’s role in the energy transition, improving rural access, and supporting daily life. It also highlights LPG as a cleaner alternative to traditional fossil fuels, contributing to environmental conservation while meeting the demands of a growing global population with a lower environmental impact than many other alternatives. (Kamal Maheshwari, DGM (Plant), LPG BP, Nabha)