Reliance’s Jamnagar Refinery Celebrates 25 Years of Uninterrupted Operations

Twenty-five years ago, Reliance Industries Ltd launched its first refinery in Jamnagar, Gujarat, which marked a significant milestone in India’s energy sector. The refinery, built in just 33 months, was the world’s largest grassroots refinery at the time and produced 27 million tonnes of oil per year. The project was dubbed “impossible” by many experts, but Reliance’s founder, Dhirubhai Ambani, refused to give up on his dream. The refinery was built in a desolate region with no infrastructure, but Ambani’s team worked tirelessly to complete the project. The refinery transformed the region, creating jobs and economic growth. The success of the refinery was replicated with the construction of a second unit, increasing capacity to 29 million tonnes. The refinery is now the world’s largest single-site refining complex and a “super” refinery, capable of processing heavy crudes into top-quality products. The refinery has also had a positive impact on the environment, creating a green zone and supporting wildlife rehabilitation. Today, Jamnagar is a pride of India, showcasing the country’s capability to achieve complex and ambitious projects.