Introduction

Leading energy and petroleum company partners with Coal India to set up a coal gasification project in Western Coal Fields, Maharashtra, aiming to produce synthetic natural gas and enhance energy security.

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Share price movement of BPCL

On December 19, 2025, Bharat Petroleum Corporation Ltd (BPCL) opened at ₹364.55, up 0.42% from its previous close of ₹363.05. The stock reached a high of ₹367.35 (1.17%) and a low of ₹364.00. By 10:16 AM, it traded at ₹365.25, a 0.61% increase, with a market cap of ₹1,58,462.59 crore.

BPCL and CIL Form JV for Coal Gasification

Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited (BPCL) approved forming a joint venture with Coal India Limited (CIL) to set up a coal gasification project in Western Coal Fields, Maharashtra. Regulatory approvals are pending.

The JV will have a 49:51 shareholding pattern, with BPCL holding 49% and CIL 51%. Project details, including investment and share issuance, will be finalized after feasibility study and detailed project report.

The project aims to produce synthetic natural gas (SNG) as an alternative to imported natural gas. It will enhance energy security, promote clean coal technologies, and support sustainable industrial growth in India.

Stock performance of BPCL for Period of 1 week, 6 months, and 1 year

Bharat Petroleum Corporation Ltd delivered a -0.47% return over the past week. The stock gained 15.9% in the past six months and rose 23.4% over the past year.

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Shareholding pattern of BPCL

Particulars	Sep 2025	Jun 2025	Mar 2025
Promoter	53.00%	53.00%	53.00%
FII	16.50%	15.50%	14.60%
DII	22.30%	23.10%	23.20%
Public	8.30%	8.50%	9.30%

About BPCL

Bharat Petroleum Corporation Ltd (NSE: BPCL) is a public sector company engaged in refining crude oil and marketing petroleum products. The company operates across India, supplying fuels, lubricants, and other energy solutions nationwide.

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