India Begins Drilling First Appraisal Well in Mahanadi Offshore Basin
The Ministry of Petroleum & Natural Gas has commenced the drilling of the MN-DWN18-1-HD appraisal well, marking a significant step towards energy security and self-reliance in India. Union Minister Hardeep Singh Puri highlighted the government's decade-long reforms in the energy sector, aimed at maximizing domestic production and reducing import dependence.
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