Explanation:

- The HVJ (Hazira-Vijaipur-Jagdishpur) gas pipeline is one of the longest gas pipelines in India.

- It starts from Hazira in Gujarat and ends at Jagdishpur in Uttar Pradesh.

- The pipeline travels through several states, ensuring the supply of natural gas.

- Option 1: Jharkhand

- The HVJ pipeline does not pass through this state.

- Option 2: Madhya Pradesh

- The pipeline does indeed pass through Madhya Pradesh.

- This route helps in connecting the western and northern parts of India.

- Option 3: Himachal Pradesh

- The pipeline does not pass through this mountainous state.

- Option 4: Uttarakhand

- The pipeline does not include Uttarakhand in its path.