ONGC Contains Gas Leak at Rudrasagar Well in Assam; No Injuries Reported
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On Thursday (June 12), the state-owned Oil and Natural Gas Corporation Ltd (ONGC) reported a gas release incident at its Rudrasagar field located in Sivasagar district, Assam. The incident occurred around 11:45 AM during maintenance work at Well No. RDS-147, when gas unexpectedly erupted from the oil well.
Upon noticing the release, ONGC promptly enacted standard safety measures. The area was swiftly secured, and an emergency response team led by the Asset Manager arrived on site without delay. A comprehensive investigation has been launched to determine the underlying cause of the incident.
ONGC emphasized its commitment to the highest standards of operational safety, environmental protection, and community welfare. The safety of our personnel and the surrounding areas remains our top priority.
Shares of Oil and Natural Gas Corporation Ltd closed at ₹247.80, reflecting an increase of ₹0.45, or 0.18%, on the BSE.
