ONGC Reports Major Progress in Assam Gas Leak Control Efforts

In a latest update, ONGC has said that it has made significant headway in its well control operations from an Assam well, with the flow rate of gas having reduced substantially.

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An international expert team from CUDD Pressure Control, USA, who arrived on site on Friday, has conducted a preliminary assessment of the situation and reviewed all actions undertaken by ONGC teams so far. "The experts have expressed their agreement with the strategy and execution carried out to date, reaffirming the effectiveness of ONGC's approach to safely managing the well," ONGC said in a statement. Extensive site preparations are underway to facilitate the next phase of action. "The process of removing tubulars from the well has commenced, and mobilization of cranes for the removal of tubing from the rig floor is currently in progress," said ONGC.