The Oil and Gas Development Company Limited (OGDCL) has successfully resumed crude oil production from previously dormant wells at the Rajian Oil Field in Chakwal district, ending a 4.5-year hiatus in operations.
In a formal communication to the Stock Exchange, OGDCL announced that heavy oil production has been restored at the site, with current extraction rates reaching approximately 1,000 barrels of crude oil per day.
The revival of these wells was made possible through the implementation of advanced artificial lift technology, according to company officials. OGDCL completed the installation of electric pumps at the site, enabling extraction operations to reach depths of 3,774 meters.
The company highlighted that it maintains 100% ownership of the wells, positioning this development as a key achievement for Pakistan's domestic energy production capabilities.