Oil India Limited (OIL) discovers gas in Rajasthan's Dandewala field

Exam-focused facts from the 27 May 2026 current affairs briefing.

Key facts

Oil India Limited (OIL), a Maharatna company, has successfully unlocked a new gas-bearing pay zone in the Dandewala field of Rajasthan.
The gas discovery was made at a depth of 950 metres, marking the first successful establishment of gas presence in the Sanu Formation within the Dandewala field.
The newly discovered zone has a flow of nearly 25,000 standard cubic metres per day.
The gas is noted for its high quality due to low levels of carbon dioxide, supporting the push for cleaner fuel alternatives.
The discovery is situated in the Jaisalmer basin, enhancing the strategic energy status of western Rajasthan.