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Jun 16, 2025
India nears massive oil discovery in Andaman
India could be on the verge of a major oil find in the Andaman Sea, according to Union Minister Hardeep Singh Puri. Oil India and ONGC are leading the search, backed by new policies and focused drilling. If this pans out, it could put India's reserves on par with some of the world's biggest.
TL;DR
Economic boost expected from big discovery
A big discovery here could seriously boost India's economy—think jumping from $3.7 trillion to $20 trillion—and help cut down our huge reliance on imported oil (which is over 85% right now).
Oil find would mean more jobs, better infrastructure
This isn't just about numbers—if oil is found, it means more jobs and better infrastructure for people living in the Andaman region. On a bigger scale, it would give India more control over its energy future and open up new possibilities for growth.