Prime Minister Narendra Modi is scheduled to dedicate Mangalore Refinery and Petrochemicals Limited’s (MRPL) Devangonthi Marketing Terminal in Bengaluru to the nation on November 13, 2026. Developed at an investment of Rs 330 crore, the facility is expected to strengthen fuel storage and distribution infrastructure in Karnataka while improving supply reliability and reducing transportation-related carbon emissions.
Spread across 20 acres, the terminal has a total storage capacity of 77,000 kilolitres and is equipped to handle petrol, diesel and Aviation Turbine Fuel (ATF). It is designed to meet the growing energy requirements of Bengaluru and neighbouring industrial markets through modern storage, handling and distribution facilities.
77,000-Kilolitre Storage Capacity and Pipeline Connectivity
The Devangonthi Marketing Terminal is connected to MRPL’s Mangaluru refinery through the 363-km Petronet Mangalore–Hassan–Bangalore Pipeline. This connectivity enables the movement of petroleum products from the refinery to the terminal through a dedicated pipeline network.
The facility has 10 automated truck-loading bays, advanced digital control systems and dedicated infrastructure for biofuel blending. It caters to Bengaluru airport, MRPL’s HiQ retail outlets, other Oil Marketing Companies and industrial consumers.
The terminal’s storage and handling infrastructure is expected to improve fuel distribution efficiency and support the supply requirements of different consumer segments.
Pipeline Transportation to Reduce Carbon Emissions
A key environmental benefit of the project is the shift from long-distance road transportation to pipeline-based fuel movement, particularly through the ecologically sensitive Western Ghats.
According to MRPL, pipeline transportation is expected to help avoid approximately 40,000 tonnes of carbon dioxide emissions annually. It will also reduce dependence on tanker movement, contributing to improved road safety.
The terminal further supports cleaner fuel initiatives through dedicated storage and blending infrastructure for ethanol and biodiesel.
Project to Generate Employment and Support Industrial Growth
The Devangonthi Marketing Terminal is expected to generate more than 280 direct and indirect employment opportunities. By strengthening fuel storage and distribution capabilities, the facility is also expected to support industrial activity and the expansion of fuel supply networks across Karnataka and neighbouring markets.
Its infrastructure will serve the requirements of the transport, aviation, retail and industrial sectors, contributing to the region’s growing energy demand.
MRPL’s Contribution to India’s Energy Infrastructure
The dedication of the Devangonthi Marketing Terminal marks an addition to MRPL’s contribution to India’s petroleum infrastructure and energy security. The project combines expanded storage capacity, pipeline connectivity, automated operations and biofuel facilities to support efficient fuel distribution.
With an investment of Rs 330 crore, the terminal is expected to strengthen Karnataka’s fuel supply network while reducing the environmental impact of petroleum transportation. Its 77,000-kilolitre capacity and estimated annual reduction of 40,000 tonnes of CO₂ emissions underline its importance to regional energy infrastructure.
