The company confirmed that the find was made at the Mari Ghazij CFB-1 exploration well, where drilling began on September 12, 2025, and successfully reached the Sill formation at a depth of 1,195 meters.

During testing, the well produced 305 barrels of oil per day and 3 million standard cubic feet of gas per day (MMSCFD), with successful results recorded at a 48/64-inch choke size and 225 psi pressure.

MPCL noted that this marks the second oil-producing well in the Mari Ghazij area, where the company holds 100% operatorship under the Mari D&P Lease. Managing Director and CEO Faheem Haider praised the achievement, commending the geoscience team for their efforts and reaffirming the company’s commitment to further exploration in the region.

Earlier, the Oil & Gas Development Company Limited (OGDCL) also reported a new discovery of gas and condensate from its Faakir-1 exploratory well in Khairpur district. OGDCL holds a 95% working interest in partnership with Government Holdings (Private) Limited (GHPL), which owns the remaining 5%.

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The discovery signals renewed optimism for Pakistan’s energy sector, which continues to face challenges of high import costs and supply shortages.

This discovery offers a glimmer of hope for Pakistan’s struggling energy sector. Local exploration success could reduce dependence on imported fuel and strengthen the country’s energy security. The consistent discoveries in Sindh highlight the region’s growing importance in Pakistan’s energy landscape.