The full form of GAIL is Gas Authority of India Ltd.
GAIL (India) Limited is the largest natural gas processing and distribution company in India. It is a state-owned enterprise under the ownership of the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas, Government of India. The company focuses on natural gas transmission, LPG production, petrochemicals, city gas distribution, exploration & production and more.
Here's a breakdown:
- Gas: Refers to natural gas, the primary commodity GAIL deals with.
- Authority: Signifies the company's power and responsibility in managing gas-related infrastructure and operations.
- of India: Indicates that the company is an Indian government-owned entity.
- Ltd: Short for Limited, denoting its status as a public limited company.
GAIL plays a critical role in India's energy sector, contributing to the nation's gas infrastructure and supply. It ensures the efficient and reliable transportation and distribution of natural gas across the country.