Oil India Bolsters Energy Security with Gas Production Kickoff at Bakhritibba DSF Block

June 2, 2025 – Oil India Limited (OIL), a titan in India’s upstream oil and gas sector, has launched gas production from its Bakhritibba Discovered Small Field (DSF) block in Rajasthan’s Jaisalmer District, effective June 1, 2025. This strategic move in the arid Western Rajasthan frontier underscores OIL’s pivot toward agile monetization and sustainable energy solutions, aligning with India’s net-zero ambitions.

In a masterstroke of operational efficiency, OIL drilled three minimum work program (MWP) wells within the DSF III block’s development window, achieving a benchmark in rapid asset monetization. The block is currently delivering 67,200 standard cubic meters per day (SCMD) of gas, with plans to scale up to 100MSCMD, bolstering regional energy supply chains. This milestone amplifies OIL’s role in decarbonizing India’s energy mix while leveraging cutting-edge drilling technologies in one of the harshest desert terrains.

For corporate stakeholders, this development signals OIL’s resilience and adaptability in navigating volatile global energy markets. Analysts note that the Bakhritibba project enhances OIL’s ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) credentials, positioning it as a frontrunner in India’s energy transition. As digital transformation and AI-driven exploration gain traction, OIL’s success in this frontier block could catalyze further investments in Rajasthan’s untapped hydrocarbon potential, driving stakeholder value in an era of disruption.