Gas Pipeline Leak in Andhra Pradesh: Fire Erupts at ONGC Well

Incident Overview

A gas pipeline leak at a well in Andhra Pradesh’s Dr. B R Ambedkar Konaseema district ignited a fire on Monday. This incident occurred at a site operated by Oil and Natural Gas Corporation (ONGC) through its production contractor, Deep Industries Ltd. Fortunately, no deaths or injuries have been reported as per initial assessments from ONGC officials.

Response and Safety Measures

Senior ONGC officials from Rajahmundry quickly arrived in Mori village following the outbreak of the blaze at the Mori-5 well. The leak was identified as the cause of the fire, which happened during production enhancement operations run by Deep Industries Ltd.

Local Response

A substantial gas leak also occurred in Irusumanda village, within the Malkipuram mandal. Residents raised alarms, prompting ONGC officials to act promptly. According to Balakrishna, a fire department officer, local villagers are experiencing panic and concern. Fire and police personnel have been deployed to control the situation.

Ongoing Assessments

ONGC officials are currently on-site to evaluate the incident and determine the cause of the leak. The Konaseema district administration is coordinating firefighting efforts and implementing safety protocols to prevent further escalation of the situation.

About Deep Industries Ltd.

Deep Industries Ltd., serving as a Production Enhancement Contractor (PEC) for ONGC, had secured a substantial contract worth ₹1,402 crore in 2024 for operations at ONGC’s Rajahmundry Asset in Andhra Pradesh. The Mori-5 well has been under its operation for approximately one year.

Conclusion

As the situation unfolds, ONGC and local authorities are working diligently to manage the crisis and ensure the safety of residents in the area. Further updates will be provided as information becomes available.