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“Switch to PNG for a seamless, hassle-free kitchen experience-no refills, no stress.”

Effortless Cooking,
Every Day

“Advancing clean mobility solutions through Compressed Natural Gas for a sustainable future.”

Fueling a Greener
Tomorrow

“Driving innovation and excellence in CGD initiatives for a sustainable future.”

Leading the Advancement
of CGD Initiatives

About ACE

The Association of CGD Entities (ACE), incorporated on December 30, 2020, under Section 8 of the Companies Act, 2013, is a not-for-profit organization dedicated to championing the growth and development of the City Gas Distribution (CGD) sector in India. Headquartered in Delhi, ACE unites forward-thinking entities committed to transforming India’s energy landscape through natural gas centric sustainable and innovative solutions.

Our core members include leading players such as Adani Total Gas Ltd., Gujarat Gas Ltd., Megha Gas, THINK Gas (including AG&P which is part of THINK Gas now), and Torrent Gas Ltd. Associate members include Haryana City Gas and IRM Energy Ltd.

Together, we are committed to creating an ecosystem where natural gas plays a pivotal role in India’s clean energy transition while setting new benchmarks in sustainability, innovation, and growth.

ACE aspires to establish itself as a global leader in low carbon and clean energy advocacy, ensuring natural gas remains pivotal in achieving a sustainable energy future while paving the way for the integration of Bio-gas, green hydrogen and other innovative solutions.

Vision

To establish Natural Gas as a vital enabler of India’s energy transition, making it as the fuel of choice for households, businesses, industries & transportation through CGD networks, facilitating leveraging of Biogas, Green Hydrogen etc. and to act as a vital enabler for realisation of GOI’s vision of 6% to 15% Natural Gas in the energy mix.

Mission

To foster a sustainable, inclusive and growth-oriented ecosystem for the City Gas Distribution (CGD) sector by advocating forward-looking policies and accelerating the nationwide adoption of PNG, CNG & other modern low carbon and clean energy solutions through strategic engagement with Stakeholders, Regulator & the Government and helping establish an ecosystem for achievement of achievement of low carbon transition of Viksit Bharat and achievement of Net Zero by 2070.

Values Of ACE

The values for the Association of CGD Entities (ACE) reflect its commitment to collaboration, sustainability, integrity, and innovation within the City Gas Distribution (CGD) sector. These values guide ACE’s mission and support the sector’s objectives in India’s energy transition.

Collaboration

ACE thrives on collaboration across its member organizations, government bodies, regulators, and other stakeholders. By working together, ACE can more effectively advocate for policies, share best practices, and address common challenges to accelerate the adoption of natural gas and clean energy solutions.

Sustainability

At the heart of ACE’s mission is the promotion of natural gas as a key enabler of a clean energy transition. Sustainability ensures that ACE’s efforts are aligned with long-term environmental and climate goals, including decarbonization, and contribute to building a greener, more prosperous future.

Integrity

Integrity is essential for building trust within the CGD sector and among consumers and stakeholders. ACE’s commitment to ethical conduct and transparency ensures fair practices, accountability, and the protection of the stakeholders’ interest.

Trust

Trust is the cornerstone of strong relationships between ACE and its members, stakeholders, consumers, and regulators. By fostering trust, ACE ensures open communication, reliability, and a commitment to delivering on promises.

Innovation

To stay ahead in the rapidly evolving energy sector, ACE must foster innovation. This value drives the integration of cutting-edge technologies, including biogas, green hydrogen, and other sustainable energy solutions, positioning the CGD sector as a leader in energy transformation.

What we Do?

At ACE, we drive the sustainable growth of the City Gas Distribution (CGD) sector through strong policy advocacy, ethical leadership, and industry collaboration. We work closely with regulators, ministries, and stakeholders to shape policies that promote natural gas as a preferred, eco-friendly energy source. By championing operational excellence and innovation, we help CGD companies achieve global standards.

Our efforts include raising consumer awareness about the benefits of natural gas, fostering knowledge exchange on clean energy advancements, and building strategic alliances both nationally and globally. We also focus on inclusive development, skill-building, and workforce diversity to ensure equitable growth across the sector. With a deep commitment to sustainability and climate action, ACE positions natural gas as a key driver in India’s journey toward a low-carbon, net-zero future.

Objectives

Policy Advocacy and Leadership

Collaborate with regulators, ministries, energy users and government bodies to create policies that enable the sustainable expansion of the CGD sector, ensuring natural gas becomes a preferred energy choice.

Championing Industry Interests & Promoting Excellence

Advance the interests of CGD companies by fostering innovation, enhancing operational standards, and encouraging best practices to achieve global benchmarks.

Stakeholder Collaboration for Unified Advocacy

Provide a cohesive platform for CGD entities to work on developing consensus on key issues facing the energy sector, address shared challenges, and exchange ideas for innovative and efficient solutions to Read more

Awareness & Knowledge Dissemination

Drive awareness and dissemination of the latest advancements in clean energy technology, sustainability practices, and global energy trends to members and the public and provide a Read more

Consumer Awareness and Engagement

Educate consumers on the benefits of natural gas as a cleaner, safer, and more economical energy source, fostering trust and accelerating adoption.

Strategic Partnerships

Forge alliances with domestic and global organizations to enhance advocacy, share best practices, and promote sustainable energy solutions.

Operational Innovation & Excellence

Undertake in-depth studies and research to drive innovation and operational efficiency, to ensure that CGD operations in India set world-class benchmarks.

Inclusive & Holistic Development of CGD ecosystem

Build an inclusive ecosystem within the CGD sector ensuring that the benefits from cleaner energy solutions reach diverse stakeholders, communities, and regions. Read more

Ethical Leadership

Uphold the highest standards of integrity by safeguarding members from unfair practices and promoting ethical conduct across the sector.

Sustainability and Climate Action

Actively contribute to climate change initiatives & energy conservation programs by advocating for natural gas as a key enabler of decarbonization, aligning with national Read more

Core Members

Adani Total Gas Ltd.

Represented By
Shri Suresh P. Manglani
(CEO)

Gujarat Gas Ltd.

Represented By
Shri Devendra Agarwal
(Executive Director)

Megha City Gas Distribution Pvt. Ltd.

Represented By
Shri Venkatesh Palimpati
(Director and CEO)

Think Gas Distribution Pvt. Ltd

Represented By
Shri Abhilesh Gupta
(Managing Director and CEO)

Torrent Gas Ltd.

Represented By
Shri Manoj Jain
(Managing Director)

Associate Members

Haryana City Gas (KC Enterprise) Pvt. Ltd.

Represented By
Shri Rahul Chopra
(Managing Director)

IRM Energy Ltd.

Represented By
Shri Manoj Kumar Sharma
(Chief Executive Officer)

Disclaimer :-  Members are displayed in alphabetical order by name.

Members

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GAs Covered (Including JVs) (as of August 2025)

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Key Statistics

MWP achievement by ACE Members till August 2025.

PNG (D) Connections (No.)
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CNG Stations (No.)
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Source – PNGRB

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