OGDCL announces gas discovery in Khairpur, Sindh

Oil and Gas Development Company Limited (OGDCL) on Friday announced a significant gas discovery from the Sehto-1 well in Sindh’s Khairpur district, offering a potential boost amid the ongoing energy crisis.

According to a company spokesperson, the well is currently producing 17.2 million cubic feet of gas per day (mmcfd). Drilling operations at the site commenced in December 2025, with gas encountered at a depth of 3,870 metres, the spokesperson added.

The discovery is expected to contribute to easing the country’s energy shortfall and help reduce reliance on imported fuel, the company said.

Amid mounting global volatility with Iran-US-Isreal war, Pakistan’s top leadership yesterday reviewed fluctuations in international oil and gas supplies and their direct impact on the domestic economy, with a focus on containing inflation and ensuring energy security.

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Officials briefed the meeting on measures to stabilise petroleum prices, manage spillover effects across key sectors and enforce fiscal discipline through targeted austerity steps.

The discussion underscored the need for a coordinated response to mitigate risks arising from rising fuel costs, with participants stressing alignment between economic management and energy planning.

Authorities also highlighted the importance of reducing fuel consumption through public awareness campaigns, promoting public transport and encouraging shared mobility to ease pressure on imports and foreign reserves.

Separately, amid a deepening global oil crisis triggered by the Strait of Hormuz disruption and rising geopolitical tensions, Pakistan is increasingly pivoting towards renewable and alternative energy sources to safeguard its energy security.

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With global crude prices crossing $100 per barrel and domestic petrol rates exceeding Rs300 per litre, the pressure on the economy has intensified, exposing vulnerabilities linked to heavy reliance on imported fuel and supply chain disruptions.

In response, policymakers are accelerating efforts to diversify the energy mix, with a growing focus on renewables, nuclear power and electric mobility. Backed significantly by China under the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC), Pakistan has already developed around 5,000MW of clean energy capacity, including wind, solar and hydropower projects — a shift seen as critical to reducing dependence on volatile global oil markets and ensuring long-term energy stability.