Oil and Natural Gas Corporation Ltd (ONGC) confirmed a gas leak incident at its Mori#5 well in East Godavari district, Andhra Pradesh, during workover operations on January 5, 2026. The company stated that the situation is under control, with no injuries or loss of life reported. Safety measures are being reinforced.
State-run oil major ONGC Ltd reported a gas leak during workover operations at its Mori#5 well located in East Godavari, Andhra Pradesh, earlier today. The incident occurred on January 5, 2026, while maintenance activities were underway.
The company clarified that no injuries or casualties have been reported. Emergency response teams were immediately deployed to contain the leak, and the situation was brought under control safely and efficiently.
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Incident occurred during workover operations at ONGC’s Mori#5 well.
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Gas leak promptly reported and contained by on-site teams.
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No injury, fatality, or major damage occurred.
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ONGC initiated precautionary checks at nearby facilities.
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Local authorities and safety regulators have been informed.
ONGC emphasized its commitment to maintaining highest safety and operational standards and assured that normal operations would resume following inspection and clearance.
Source: Company filing to BSE and ONGC official statement.