ONGC Assam Gas Blowout: Rudrasagar Well Control
ONGC has regained control of Well RDS 147 in Assam’s Rudrasagar field following a gas blowout, prioritizing safety and well integrity. Immediate action included implementing robust safety protocols and evacuating nearby residents. An ONGC team was dispatched immediately to begin restoration work, and has mobilized all necessary equipment. Pumping operations are now underway to prevent further gas release. The company, which provides roughly 71% of India’s domestic crude oil and natural gas production, is actively working with local authorities to ensure the welfare of those affected. News Directory 3 is closely monitoring the situation. the focus remains on restoring the well to normal operations while protecting personnel and the community. discover what’s next as ONGC continues its well control plan.
ONGC Takes Control of Assam gas Well After Blowout
Updated June 15, 2025
Oil adn Natural Gas Corporation (ONGC), India’s largest crude oil and natural gas company, has secured operational control of Well RDS 147 in the Rudrasagar field, located in Sivasagar, Assam. This action follows a gas blowout incident at the site.
The gas leak at Well RDS-147 was detected Friday, prompting immediate safety measures. An ONGC team was dispatched to initiate restoration work and implement a comprehensive well control plan to address the gas blowout.
According to ONGC,all necessary equipment and fluids have been mobilized to the site,and pumping operations have commenced after essential connections were successfully installed and tested. the company is actively working to restore the well’s integrity and prevent further gas release.
As a precautionary measure, local residents near the Rudrasagar field were evacuated. ONGC, along with the district governance, is providing assistance to ensure the welfare and well-being of those displaced.
ONGC contributes approximately 71% of India’s domestic crude oil and natural gas production. The crude oil is processed by downstream companies to produce essential petroleum products, including petrol, diesel, and LPG.
What’s next
ONGC will continue to implement its well control plan and monitor the situation closely. The company aims to fully restore the well to normal operations while prioritizing the safety of its personnel and the surrounding community. Further updates will be provided as the situation evolves regarding this energy sector incident.