Oil India Achieves 70% Jump in Crude Output from Rajasthan's Thar Desert
State-run Oil India has increased crude production by 70% to over 1,200 barrels per day from Rajasthan's Thar desert, boosting domestic output.
State-owned Oil India Ltd has significantly boosted its crude oil production from the Thar desert region of Rajasthan, achieving an increase of approximately 70 per cent compared to the previous year's average of 705 barrels per day. This development represents a key advancement in New Delhi's strategy to enhance domestic hydrocarbon production and reduce import dependence. The ramped-up output from the arid Thar region underscores the company's focus on unlocking mature and frontier fields to strengthen national energy security. Officials have highlighted the milestone as a critical step toward meeting India's growing energy needs through internal resources.