March 27, 2002

   In recognition of outstanding contribution made to the Oil Industry over four decades, Shri Ram Naik, Minister of Petroleum & Natural Gas, felicitated Shri M.A. Pathan, Chairman, Indian Oil, on the eve of his superannuation, in a function held, here today.

    Complementing Shri Pathan on his glorious and eventful innings at Indian Oil, Shri Ram Naik lauded his support in its growth. Thanking the Petroleum Ministry for its guidance and support in the success of Indian Oil, Shri Pathan said that IOC has always been consciously discharging its responsibilities as a National Oil Company. Shri Pathan lauded the interventions and initiatives of the Ministry for ushering in customer-friendly reforms in the sector.