Centre for High Technology (CHT), India

The Centre for High Technology (CHT) is a specialized technical body that functions as the technical wing of the ministry, focusing on the advancement of refining technologies, energy efficiency, and performance benchmarking of public sector refineries. It coordinates R&D, promotes indigenous technologies, and facilitates knowledge sharing through technical meets and advisory committees. It also supports policy formulation and implementation of national programs like fuel quality upgrades and biofuel initiatives, playing a pivotal role in India's downstream hydrocarbon sector.