Correct option is A
The correct answer is (a) Natural gas pipeline.
The Pradhan Mantri Urja Ganga Project is aimed at providing natural gas to the eastern region of India. The project, launched in 2016, focuses on the construction of a natural gas pipeline network that will connect Eastern India with the national gas grid. This will enable the supply of natural gas to cities and industries in states like Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Jharkhand, Odisha, and West Bengal. The project is expected to boost economic growth by providing a cleaner and more affordable fuel for industries, power plants, and households.
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- The project is part of the broader National Gas Grid development, aimed at providing natural gas across India.
- The pipeline will also facilitate the transportation of Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) to power plants and fertilizer industries, helping meet the country's energy needs.