Extreme Weather Grade Diesel (XWG): Indigenous Fuel for High-Altitude Military Operations
3 August 2026
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Extreme Weather Grade Diesel (XWG): Indigenous Fuel for High-Altitude Military Operations
Introduction
The Indian Army has recently launched the Indigenous Extreme Weather Grade Diesel (XWG), a specially formulated fuel designed to ensure uninterrupted operation of military vehicles in extremely cold climates. Officially launched by Army Chief General Dhiraj Seth, the fuel has been jointly developed by the Indian Army, Indian Oil Corporation (IndianOil), and Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited (BPCL). The initiative strengthens India's defence preparedness while advancing the goal of Atmanirbhar Bharat.
Background
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Learn about India's Extreme Weather Grade Diesel (XWG), an indigenous fuel developed by Indian Army, IndianOil, and BPCL for military operations in extreme cold climates at high altitudes.
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XWG dieselextreme weather fuelhigh-altitude operationsAtmanirbhar Bharatindigenous defenceLadakhcold climatemilitary vehiclesdefence technologyIndianOil BPCL