ISLAMABAD: Following the completion of the gas pipeline project along Srinagar Highway, the Sui Northern Gas Pipelines (SNGPL) has expressed its optimism that the residents of the capital will not face the issue of low gas pressure during winter.

This was stated by SNGPL spokesperson Shahid Akram while sharing details of the project. He said the length of the newly-commissioned 24-inch diameter pipeline was 11 kilometres and the project wassuccessfully completed within a short time span of six months.

He further stated that the new pipeline project wasone of the largest capacity building projects executed by the gas distribution company in the capital city.

The spokesman said this pipeline would resolve low gas pressure issues faced by the residents, specifically in winters, and would serve as substantial gas source throughout the year.

Published in Dawn, June 30th, 2024

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