ONGC Commences Monetisation of Chinnewala Tibba Gas in RKOEA, Boosting India's Energy Security
Oil and Natural Gas Corporation Ltd. (ONGC) has begun natural gas sales from the Discovered Small Field (DSF-II) Block RJ/ONDSF/Chinnewala/2018, marking the successful monetisation of Chinnewala Tibba gas in the Rajasthan Kutch Onland Exploratory Asset (RKOEA). This achievement is a significant milestone in enhancing domestic energy production and strengthening India’s energy security under the guidance of the Ministry of Petroleum & Natural Gas (MoP&NG). The block, located in Western Rajasthan, covers an area of 73 sq. km and holds promising gas reserves. ONGC has commenced sales of 1.0 lakh standard cubic meters of gas per day (LSCMD), contributing to the region’s growing energy requirements. The gas evacuation to Rajasthan Rajya Vidyut Utpadan Nigam Limited (RRVUNL), Ramgarh, began on August 25, 2025, through ONGC’s Gamnewala Gas Collection Station (GCS).
Key Highlights
- ONGC commences monetisation of Chinnewala Tibba gas in RKOEA
- Gas sales from Discovered Small Field (DSF-II) Block RJ/ONDSF/Chinnewala/2018 started
- Contributes to the region’s growing energy requirements with 1.0 lakh LSCMD gas sales
- Close collaboration between ONGC, DGH, GAIL, OIL, and RRVUNL for smooth integration of gas supplies
- Reflects ONGC’s focus on efficient resource monetisation and value creation under the DSF framework