
ONGC reports blowout at gas well in Konaseema; no casualties
India's state-owned oil firm ONGC reported a gas blowout at the Mori‑5 well near Irusumanda village in the Konaseema region of Andhra Pradesh. The incident occurred during repair work, prompting cooling measures and the involvement of international well‑control specialists. No injuries were reported, and authorities are monitoring the situation. The well lies in Malkipuram mandal, and officials said cooling operations are underway.