ONGC Gas Leak Incident: Despite Heavy Rains Critical Progress Continues in Rudrasagar Field
The extra-long boom crane, essential for safely removing tubings stacked in the rig derrick, has reached the well site from Guwahati this evening.
New Delhi | 23 June 2025: Oil and Natural Gas Corporation Limited (ONGC) continues to make progress at the site of well number RDS#147A, with teams working around the clock despite challenging weather conditions.
The extra-long boom crane, essential for safely removing tubings stacked in the rig derrick, has reached the well site from Guwahati this evening. Its arrival marks a crucial step forward in clearing the rig from the well for the final capping operation.
Today’s heavy and continuous rainfall created a slushy work environment, yet ONGC’s Regional Crisis Management Team (RCMT), along with international experts from Cudd Pressure Control, remained fully engaged. Their persistent efforts are ensuring that the clearing of the remaining rig equipment continues without pause.
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Additional resources were mobilised at the site to expedite rig removal operations
As floodwaters rise, ONGC teams are actively working to keep the critical RCMT pump operational. Encouragingly, a noticeable reduction in gas pressure has been recorded, an important and hopeful sign that paves the way for a safer and more controlled capping process.
Simultaneously, mobilisation of additional specialised equipment such as the Athey Wagon, Bulldozer, etc., for the capping operation is progressing steadily, further strengthening ONGC’s operational preparedness.
ONGC remains fully committed to bringing the situation to a safe and successful resolution. With each milestone, the team moves closer to securing the well, backed by expertise, dedication, and the support of the local administration and community. As floodwaters rise, ONGC teams are actively working to keep the critical RCMT pump operational. Encouragingly, a noticeable reduction in gas pressure has been recorded, an important and hopeful sign that paves the way for a safer and more controlled capping process.
Simultaneously, mobilisation of additional specialised equipment such as the Athey Wagon, Bulldozer, etc., for the capping operation is progressing steadily, further strengthening ONGC’s operational preparedness.
ONGC remains fully committed to bringing the situation to a safe and successful resolution. With each milestone, the team moves closer to securing the well, backed by expertise, dedication, and the support of the local administration and community.
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