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After two decades of wait KG 98 2 finally ignites ONGC revival path

Economy
Published on 24 April 2026
After two decades of wait KG 98 2 finally ignites ONGC revival path

Reliance promised huge gas in 2002, but history stalled

KG-98/2, once celebrated after a 2002 Reliance Industries gas discovery, has spent years falling short of expectations and getting tangled in controversies. Now ONGC is pushing to revive the field’s promise, aiming to regain momentum after long delays. The long-awaited ignition marks a potential turning point in India’s domestic energy narrative.

  • KG-98/2 was thrust into the spotlight after a 2002 Reliance gas find
  • Deliveries never matched promises, and the field faced recurring controversies
  • ONGC is now working to revive the field and restore its lost momentum
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