The Oil and Gas Development Company Limited (OGDCL) has announced the discovery of new oil and gas reserves in the Sanghar district of Sindh.
According to official communication shared with the Pakistan Stock Exchange, the discovery was made at the Babi Deep-1 well, where initial production has already commenced.
The newly discovered reserves are estimated to produce around 2,000 barrels of crude oil per day along with approximately 1.1 million cubic feet of natural gas daily, marking a significant boost to Pakistan’s domestic energy output.
OGDCL confirmed that the hydrocarbons were found in the Lower Goru formation within the Babi and Dhamaraki lease area in Sanghar, with the well drilled to a depth of around 3,030 metres where the presence of oil and gas was verified.
The company described the discovery as an important exploration milestone and a fully company-owned project, underscoring its importance for future exploration efforts in the region.
Energy experts say the find could help strengthen Pakistan’s energy security and reduce reliance on imported hydrocarbons, while also encouraging further exploration in nearby areas.
Pakistan introduces track-and-trace system to reform petroleum sector
Earlier, the government implemented comprehensive reforms to improve efficiency and transparency in the petroleum sector, while a track-and-trace system was introduced to eliminate smuggling at petrol pumps and across the fuel supply chain.
According to a statement issued by Pakistan’s Petroleum Division, the Rahguzar mobile app was launched to provide information on legal petrol pumps.
Consumers can now identify certified and approved fuel stations through the app. A joint track-and-trace system developed by OGRA and PITB is also ready to monitor oil tankers.
Fuel tankers, terminals and retail outlets are being connected through an integrated system. Automated tank gauges and digital nozzles will be installed at petrol pumps.
In 2025, offshore oil and gas blocks were auctioned for the first time in 18 years, with bids received for 23 blocks.
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