In a move set to revolutionise CNG refuelling convenience for commercial vehicle users across Mumbai, Mahanagar Gas Limited (MGL), in collaboration with the Brihanmumbai Electric Supply and Transport (BEST), has announced the expansion of the ‘MGL Tez’ facility to all 15 BEST bus depots in the city.
The announcement was made at a special event held at the Gorai BEST bus depot, where senior officials from both organisations, including AS Rao, Assistant General Manager, BEST, and Sanjay Shende, Deputy Managing Director, MGL, were present. Also in attendance were Rajesh Wagle, Senior Vice President (Marketing), MGL, and Ramesh Thorat, Chief Manager (Work), BEST, among others.
The initiative builds upon the success of the pilot projects launched in 2023 at Ghatkopar and Goregaon–Oshiwara bus depots. Encouraged by the overwhelming response, MGL and BEST are now extending the MGL Tez services to 13 additional depots Anik, Deonar, Dharavi, Dindoshi, Gorai, Magathane, Majas, Mulund, Mumbai Central, Poisar, Pratiksha Nagar, Santacruz, and Wadala.
The ‘MGL Tez’ mobile application, available for download on the Google Play Store, allows commercial CNG vehicle users including truck and tempo operators to pre-book time slots for refuelling at these depots. This smart scheduling system aims to significantly reduce waiting time and curb long queues at CNG stations, thereby improving traffic flow and efficiency in busy areas.
Speaking on the initiative, AS Rao stated, “Through MGL Tez and our collaboration with Mahanagar Gas Limited, we have taken a major step forward in enhancing Mumbai’s public utility services. It will not only ease congestion and save time for commercial vehicle owners but also improve overall traffic movement around refuelling stations.”
Echoing the sentiment, Sanjay Shende commented, “The positive reception for our pilot project at Ghatkopar and Goregaon–Oshiwara motivated us to further strengthen our association with BEST and create a wider network to serve Mumbaikars. This expansion is a testament to our commitment to clean, accessible, and customer-centric energy solutions.”
