HPCL Rajasthan Refinery CDU fire: restoration in 3-4 weeks, restart by May 2026

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Fire broke out on April 20, 2026 in the Crude Distillation Unit (CDU) of HPCL Rajasthan Refinery Limited (HRRL), a JV company. Investigation confirmed the fire was localized in the heat exchanger stack, impacting only 6 exchangers and supporting equipment. Cause suspected to be leakage from a pressure gauge tapping point. Restoration expected in 3-4 weeks; CDU restart anticipated in 2nd fortnight of May 2026. Trial production of LPG, MS, HSD, and Naphtha expected within May 2026.

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Short-term supply disruption likely at Rajasthan refinery; damage contained to 6 exchangers. Normalized operations expected by end of May 2026.