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Oil India Ltd. Achieves Natural Gas Discovery in Andaman Sea

Union Petroleum Minister Hardeep Singh Puri announced a significant natural gas discovery by Oil India Ltd. in the Andaman Sea, enhancing India's energy exploration capabilities.

Editorial Staff · 2026-06-06 · 1 MIN READ

Oil India Ltd. has successfully discovered natural gas in an exploratory deepwater well located in the Andaman Sea. This discovery is seen as a notable advancement in India's offshore hydrocarbon exploration.

The announcement was made by Union Petroleum and Natural Gas Minister Hardeep Singh Puri, highlighting the importance of this find for the country's energy sector.

This development is expected to bolster India's energy security and improve its capabilities in hydrocarbon exploration.