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ONGC has taken charge of operations at Well RDS-147 in Assam after a gas blowout was detected. Emergency protocols were activated, with teams working to stabilize the situation. Nearby residents were evacuated as a safety measure, and ONGC is ensuring their welfare. The state-owned energy giant is leading efforts to contain the incident and restore normalcy.

Key Points: ONGC Takes Control of Assam Gas Blowout at Rudrasagar Well

  • ONGC swiftly deployed teams to manage the gas blowout
  • Evacuations conducted as a precautionary safety measure
  • Emergency fluids and equipment mobilized to the site
  • Well control operations underway with technical oversight
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ONGC takes control of Rudrasagar Well in Assam to control gas blowout

ONGC mobilizes emergency response to control gas blowout at Well RDS-147 in Assam's Rudrasagar field, ensuring safety for evacuated residents.

"A comprehensive well control plan has been formulated, and pumping operations commenced following the successful installation and testing of essential connections. - ONGC"

New Delhi, June 14

Oil and Natural Gas Corporation (ONGC) has taken operational control of Well RDS 147 in its Rudrasagar field in Sivasagar, Assam, to control gas blowout, the state-owned energy PSU said on Saturday.

Earlier on Friday, gushes of gas were seen erupting from the Well RDS-147 of the ONGC's Rudrasagar field.

The ONGC started working on the safety protocol soon after the detection. A team reached the venue and started the restoration work.

"As of 16:00 hrs, a team led by the Director (Technical & Field Services) has taken over operational control of Well RDS#147," the ONGC said in an official release.

"All necessary fluids and equipment have been mobilised to the site. A comprehensive well control plan has been formulated, and pumping operations commenced following the successful installation and testing of essential connections," the PSU added in the release.

"A team from ONGC Assam Asset and the district administration is actively engaging with local residents who were evacuated from nearby areas as a precautionary safety measure. All necessary arrangements are being made to ensure their welfare and well-being," ONGC added in the release.

Maharatna ONGC is the largest crude oil and natural gas Company in India, contributing around 71 per cent to Indian domestic production. Crude oil is the raw material used by downstream companies like IOC, BPCL, HPCL and MRPL (Last two are subsidiaries of ONGC) to produce petroleum products like Petrol, Diesel, Kerosene, Naphtha, and Cooking Gas LPG.

- ANI

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Rajesh K.
Good to see ONGC acting swiftly on this! Assam's oil fields are national assets. Hope they contain the situation soon without any harm to locals or environment. Our energy security depends on such quick responses 🇮🇳
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Priya M.
While ONGC's response seems prompt, such incidents raise concerns about safety protocols. Northeast is ecologically sensitive - hope they're compensating evacuated families properly. "Sabka saath, sabka vikas" should include environmental protection too!
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Amit S.
As someone from Assam, I appreciate ONGC working with local administration. But they must ensure long-term solutions - we've seen similar incidents before. Our beautiful state shouldn't pay the price for energy needs 😔
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Sunita R.
ONGC contributes so much to our economy! 71% domestic production is no joke. Hope media doesn't blow this out of proportion like they always do. Accidents happen, what matters is how we handle them 👏
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Vikram J.
Why aren't we investing more in renewable energy? These fossil fuel incidents will keep happening. India has so much solar potential - let's not put all eggs in the oil basket. #GreenIndia
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Neha T.
The real heroes are the ONGC field engineers working round the clock to fix this! Salute to their dedication. Hope they stay safe while protecting national interests 🙏

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