Assam Sees Rise in Crude Oil Output, National Production Declines Slightly

Assam produced 87.88 thousand tonnes more crude oil between April and August 2024 compared to the same period in 2023, according to the Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation. Oil India Limited (OIL) and ONGC collectively produced 1875.46 thousand tonnes, with OIL contributing 1435.62 thousand tonnes and ONGC 439.84 thousand tonnes.

National crude oil production during this period fell slightly to 12090.92 thousand tonnes, compared to 12299.78 thousand tonnes in 2023. The figures remain provisional.