Guwahati, Nov 12 (PTI) PSU energy major IndianOil on Thursday said it has successfully supplied the first-ever consignment of specialised Extreme Winter Grade Diesel (XWG Diesel), capable of performing at temperatures as low as minus 42 degrees Celsius, to Army units in the Northeast.
The consignment was flagged off from IndianOil’s Missamari Depot on Wednesday to the Army units under 4 Corps of the Eastern Command, marking a significant milestone in the Northeast, according to an official release.
“The specialised fuel is to ensure reliable performance under extreme cold-weather conditions, particularly in high-altitude areas,” it added.
Receiving the first consignment, 571 ASC Battalion Commanding Officer Col Dipti Sharma appreciated IndianOil’s prompt response, highlighting the fuel’s importance for Army operations at high-altitude forward locations.
“This landmark initiative underscores IndianOil’s commitment to providing specialised fuel solutions and ensuring uninterrupted logistical support to the nation’s Defence Forces, particularly in challenging operational environments,” the company said. PTI TR MNB
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