COMPANY URGES ‘DIAL BEFORE YOU DIG’ AWARENESS FOR SAFETY
Akhilesh Bansal/Barnala
A city gas pipeline laid by THINK Gas was recently damaged at Chappa village, Barnala, when a PSPCL contractor was excavating a pit for the installation of an electric pole without prior intimation to THINK Gas. The damage occurred due to negligence during the digging activity, resulting in a gas leak. The THINK Gas emergency response team acted promptly by isolating the affected section and restoring the gas supply within a short time, ensuring public safety and minimizing inconvenience to residents.
THINK Gas has established a robust pipeline infrastructure in Barnala district to supply Piped Natural Gas (PNG) for households and Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) for transport users. Despite the presence of visible route markers, cautionary signage, and emergency contact boards along the pipeline route, the contractor involved in the excavation failed to notify THINK Gas before starting work and did not submit any post-incident report.
As per government regulations, any third-party planning to carry out excavation work must inform the City Municipal authorities or the City Gas Distribution company through the ‘Dial Before You Dig’ contact number. The incident occurred without prior intimation to the company, prompting THINK Gas to file an official complaint against the party responsible. As per the current legal provisions under IPC Sections 285 and 336, such unauthorized damage constitutes an offense punishable by imprisonment of up to 3 years and a fine of up to ₹25 crores.
THINK Gas urges all contractors, agencies, and individuals to comply with this safety requirement. The toll-free number to contact THINK Gas before any digging activity is 18001025107.
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