CAIRN Energy India to carry out exploratory drilling at Ganga Valley Block of GV-ONM- 2002/1 Block

Details: Category: Oil and Natural Gas Exploration

CAIRN Energy India to carry out exploratory drilling in an area of approximately 5000 sq. km covering in 4 districts (Darbhanga, Madhubani, Samastipur and Seharsa) in Ganga Valley Block of GV-ONM- 2002/1 Block in Bihar. The total estimated cost of the proposed exploration/appraisal wells is approximately Rs 4000 -5000 million. It is proposed to drill 20 Nos. of wells. For a drill site of about 2 - 2.25 Ha land will be required. Approved drilling fluid will be used for drilling and the proposed depth will be 3000 - 4000m. For storage and disposal of drill cutting impervious lined pit will be constructed.