Major Oil and Gas Discovery in Kohat Boosts Pakistan Energy Sector
Major Oil and Gas Discovery in Kohat Boosts Pakistan Energy Sector and Pakistan has achieved a major breakthrough in its energy sector with the discovery of oil and gas in Kohat of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. The new discovery is expected to strengthen domestic energy production, reduce reliance on import and support the country’s long term energy security.
The discovery was made at the Baragzai X-01 (Slant) exploratory well located in the Nashpa Block an area already known for hydrocarbon potential. Initial testing results have confirmed commercially viable oil and gas reserves making this discovery one of the most promising developments in recent years.
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Oil and Gas Production Details
According to initial flow tests the well is producing approximately:
- 2280 barrels of crude oil per day
- 5.6 million standard cubic feet of natural gas per day
The well has shown stable pressure and flow rates indicating strong reservoir potential. Hydrocarbons were discovered in the Kingriali Formation marking the first successful production from this formation in the Nashpa Block.
Why Kohat Discovery Is Important:
Strengthen Local Energy Supply
The oil and gas discovery in Kohat will help in increasing Pakistan indigenous energy resources and Local production plays a critical role in addressing electricity shortage and fuel supply challenges faced by the country.
Reducing Import Burden
Pakistan spends billions of dollars annually on imported oil and gas. This new discovery can help reduce foreign exchange pressure by partially replacing imports with locally produced energy.
Economic Growth and Job Creation
New energy projects lead to increased investment in Country and job opportunities and infrastructure development in the region and Kohat discovery is expected to contribute positively to local and national economic growth.
Encouraging Further Exploration
The success highlights the untapped hydrocarbon potential of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa which is likely to encourage further exploration activities in nearby blocks and formations.
Technical Overview of the Discovery
The Baragzai X-01 well was drilled to a depth of over 5000 meters after extensive geological and seismic studies and a thick hydrocarbon bearing zone was identified during drillingz36i followed by successful drill stem testing that confirmed oil and gas flow at commercial levels.
Impact on Pakistan Energy Future
This oil and gas discovery comes at the time when Pakistan is actively seeking to enhance energy self-sufficiency and increase local production to help stabilize energy prices and improve supply reliability and support industrial growth.
The Kohat discovery also sent a positive signal to investors showing that Pakistan still holds significant untapped oil and gas potential despite global energy challenges.
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Conclusion
Major Oil and Gas Discovery in Kohat Boosts Pakistan Energy Sector and The oil and gas discovery in Kohat is a major step forward for Pakistan energy sector. With promising production rates and strong geological indicators the find is expected to play an important role in reducing energy imports and supporting economic stability. As development work progresses this discovery could become a key contributor to Pakistan domestic oil and gas output strengthening the country’s path toward energy security.