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GEPL Starts Drilling Activities in Arunachal Pradesh

First Published: 2nd April, 2025 21:17 IST

GEPL operates the Kharsang oilfield in a joint venture with Oil India Limited and JEKPL

In a significant move that would boost industrial growth of Arunachal Pradesh, GeoEnpro Petroleum Limited (GEPL), a subsidiary of Hindustan Oil Exploration Company (HOEC), has officially launched its Drilling Campaign-IV by spudding a new development well at Kharsang Oilfield located in Changlang district of the state. GEPL operates the oilfield in a joint venture with Oil India Limited and JEKPL.

With an existing portfolio of 70 oil and gas wells, GeoEnpro has set an ambitious target to complete 9 wells in first phase of this drilling campaign. The initiative underscores the company’s commitment to leveraging advanced exploration and production techniques for sustainable energy development.
Speaking on the occasion, Ravishanker Prasad, Head Operations, GEPL, stated, “The addition of new wells is expected to significantly boost oil production, which will positively impact the socio-economic conditions of the region. The company also has plans to drill additional development and exploratory wells in the coming years.”

GeoEnpro Petroleum Limited continues to play a vital role in India’s energy sector by driving innovation and efficiency in oil and gas extraction. The commencement of Drilling Campaign-IV marks another step forward in the company’s mission to contribute to the nation’s energy security, an official release said.

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