Overview
- The Petroleum Division executed Petroleum Concession Agreements and Exploration Licences at a ceremony in Islamabad attended by Petroleum Minister Ali Pervaiz Malik.
- The awards secure a minimum Rs8.66 billion in exploration spending over three years and earmark more than Rs276 million for local social initiatives.
- Eight of the new blocks are in Balochistan, two are in Sindh and one is in Punjab.
- Mari Energies will operate six blocks, holding 100% interests in Padag, Chagai, Dalbandin, Merui and Merui West, and 60% in Ahmad Wal with OGDCL at 40%.
- OGDCL will operate Kalat North (75%, Prime 25%), Naing Sharif (80%, Prime 20%) and Khui‑II (60%, Mari 40%), while PPL leads Kalat South (40%) and POL holds Jherruk with 100% interest.