KARACHI, April 23, 2026 – Oil and Gas Development Company Limited (OGDCL) has successfully revived gas production from the Jand-1 well in Punjab’s Attock district, significantly increasing output and reinforcing efforts to enhance domestic energy supply.
In a notice submitted to the Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX), the company said the well is now producing more than 21 million standard cubic feet per day (MMSCFD) of gas following recompletion and targeted stimulation. The production is being achieved through a 32/64-inch choke at a wellhead flowing pressure of 3,585 psi.
The latest output marks a sharp rise from the well’s earlier production level of approximately 7.0 MMSCFD, highlighting the success of OGDCL’s technical intervention.
The Jand-1 well was initially brought into production in 2019 via the Dakhni Gas Processing Plant, but operations were later halted due to mechanical failure caused by challenging downhole conditions and the presence of sour gas with high hydrogen sulfide (H₂S) concentration.
OGDCL said its in-house technical team executed the revival plan after detailed risk assessments. The operation involved the safe retrieval of damaged downhole equipment and restoration of well integrity under complex conditions.
To ensure long-term sustainability, the well has been recompleted using corrosion-resistant tubing designed for sour gas environments. The company added that all operations were carried out in line with strict health, safety and environmental standards.
The revival underscores OGDCL’s strategy of optimising existing assets through advanced technical solutions and efficient resource utilisation. Analysts say such initiatives are crucial for boosting Pakistan’s indigenous gas production and reducing reliance on energy imports.
The company disclosed the development in compliance with regulatory requirements, keeping investors informed about operational progress and production enhancements.