Oil India Limited has announced a significant natural gas discovery in its nominated Dandewala Field in Rajasthan. The successful well recorded an average inflow of 25,000 SCMD of natural gas from a depth exceeding 950 meters. Preliminary analysis indicates a Gas In Place estimate of 75 MMSCM. This development marks the first successful establishment of gas presence in the shallower Sanu Formation, validating the company’s new exploration strategy.
Breakthrough in Dandewala Field
On May 22, 2026, Oil India Limited shared positive results from its exploration efforts in the Dandewala Field, located in Rajasthan. The discovery confirms the presence of natural gas within the shallower Sanu Formation, representing a first-time success for this specific geological layer in the region. The exploratory well has demonstrated promising deliverability with an average flow rate of 25,000 SCMD of natural gas.
Strategic Significance and Future Potential
This achievement serves as a validation of the company’s “missed opportunities” approach, which focuses on re-evaluating existing subsurface potential through advanced technical interventions. Based on structural control and petrophysical analysis, the company estimates a Gas In Place of 75 MMSCM.
Next Steps for Resource Scaling
The discovery is expected to significantly enhance the overall prospectivity of the Dandewala field. Moving forward, Oil India intends to utilize these findings to guide future appraisal and development efforts, with the ultimate goal of scaling up resource potential and boosting regional production capabilities.
Source: BSE
