New Delhi | December 17, 2025:
The All India Bulk LPG Distributors Association (AIBDA) organised a grand felicitation function in honour of Shri Pankaj Jain, Secretary, Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas (MoP&NG), at New Delhi on 17 December 2025. The event marked a historic moment for the LPG distribution sector, bringing together senior government officials, representatives of Oil Marketing Companies (OMCs), and LPG distributors from across the country on a single platform.
Wide Participation from Government, OMCs and LPG Distributors
The glittering ceremony was attended by officials from the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas, senior representatives of Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL), Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited (BPCL) and Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited (HPCL), along with office bearers and representatives of AIBDA and the All India LPG Distributors Federation (AILDF).
More than 250 LPG distributors of Indane, Bharatgas and HP Gas participated in the event, travelling from across the length and breadth of the country, underscoring the national significance of the occasion and the unity of the LPG distributor community.
Ceremonial Opening and Addresses
The felicitation function commenced on a cultural note with a classical dance performance by Ms. Gayatri Seth, setting a graceful tone for the evening.
The Welcome Address was delivered by Mr. P. N. Seth, who extended greetings to the dignitaries and participants and highlighted the importance of constructive engagement between policymakers and the LPG distribution fraternity.
This was followed by the President’s Address by Mr. Kailash Dudani, President, AIBDA, who spoke on the evolving role of LPG distributors in ensuring energy access, last-mile delivery, and consumer satisfaction, while also acknowledging the collective efforts of the association in strengthening dialogue with the government and OMCs.
OMCs and Government Perspective
Mr. Subhankar Sen, Director (Marketing), addressed the gathering on behalf of the Oil Marketing Companies, appreciating the distributors’ role as critical partners in delivering clean cooking fuel to millions of households and sustaining the LPG ecosystem.
In his address, Shri Pankaj Jain, Secretary, MoP&NG, emphatically lauded LPG distributors for their dedicated service to consumers, particularly for ensuring timely delivery of LPG cylinders to households across diverse geographies. He acknowledged the pivotal role played by distributors in keeping kitchens running smoothly and supporting national energy goals.
Importantly, Shri Jain also referred to the pending revision of distributor commissions, assuring the gathering that the matter is under active consideration and in process, which was received with appreciation by the distributor community.
Vote of Thanks and Acknowledgements
The Vote of Thanks was proposed by Mr. D. Samivelu, who expressed sincere gratitude to Shri Pankaj Jain for gracing the function despite his demanding schedule. He also thanked officials of the OMCs, representatives of AIBDA and AILDF, and all dignitaries for their presence and support.
Mr. Samivelu placed special emphasis on appreciating the LPG distributors from across India, who travelled long distances to be part of what he described as a momentous and historic occasion for the LPG trade.
He acknowledged the efforts of Mr. P. N. Seth, Mr. Rajinder Arora, Mr. Satbir Yadav, and the entire Delhi reception team for the excellent arrangements. He also complimented Mr. Kailash Dudani and the entire team of AIBDA office bearers for creating history by organising the first-ever event of its kind, graced by senior officials from MoP&NG and the oil industry, at the invitation of AIBDA.
Conclusion
The felicitation of Shri Pankaj Jain by AIBDA emerged as a landmark event in the LPG distribution sector, symbolising growing collaboration, mutual respect and constructive dialogue between policymakers, oil companies and distributors. The event not only celebrated leadership and service but also reinforced the collective commitment towards strengthening India’s LPG delivery system and ensuring energy security for households nationwide.
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