Business Desk 
Nov 30, 2024
Pakistan Petroleum Limited (PPL) has announced a significant hydrocarbon discovery at the Pateji X-1 well in the Sujawal district of Sindh. This discovery emphasises the potential of Pakistan’s energy sector and reinforces the importance of Indigenous resource exploration.
The Pateji X-1 well has disclosed major gas and condensate reserves in the Upper Sand (C-Sand) reservoir. This comes after an earlier discovery of hydrocarbons in the D-Sand reservoir at the same site.
Currently, the well is producing around 12.4 million standard cubic feet of gas per day (MMSCFD) along with 196 barrels of condensate daily. The Shah Bandar block, where the Pateji X-1 well is located, is controlled by PPL in collaboration with Mari Petroleum, Sindh Energy Holding Company, and Government Holdings.
This discovery comes at a crucial time for Pakistan, as it faces rising energy demands and a heavy reliance on costly energy imports. The newfound reserves are likely to majorly contribute in:
Reducing energy import dependency: By utilising local resources, the country can save valuable foreign exchange.
Improving energy security: Meeting domestic natural gas demand is vital for national economic stability.
Increasing economic growth: The discovery supports sustainable development by providing essential resources for industrial and domestic use.
This significant milestone maintains the potential of Pakistan’s energy landscape and sets a strong precedent for future exploration initiatives.
