
OIL ramps up crude production from Rajasthan's Thar amid energy crisis

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Oil India Ltd has ramped up crude production from Rajasthan's Thar desert to a record 1,202 barrels per day, a 70% increase from last year's output. This milestone reflects efforts to boost domestic oil production amid global energy uncertainties. The company utilized advanced recovery techniques, including Cyclic Steam Stimulation, to enhance extraction from the Baghewala field. In FY 2025-26, production rose to 43,773 metric tonnes, up from 32,787 metric tonnes the previous year. The success highlights the potential of unconventional resources in meeting India's energy needs and reducing dependence on imports.

