Guwahati, July 16 -- Assam's Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma announced on Wednesday that Oil India Limited (OIL) has discovered hydrocarbons in the Namrup Borhat?1 well, located in the Dibrugarh district. The state government holds a substantial stake in the well.

Sarma hailed the discovery as a major stride for energy security and Assam's economic strength. In a social media post, he stated, "OIL has discovered hydrocarbon presence in Namrup Borhat?1 well, where Assam's government has a significant stake."

He emphasized that this development confirms the success of oil drilling investments and aids national energy security. He added, "This discovery makes Assam the first state government to become a direct oil producer, validates ex...