India’s Cairn Oil & Gas has launched a bidding process to secure up to 12 onshore and offshore drilling rigs to support multiple exploration and development programmes across the country.
The move reflects Cairn’s efforts to expand its drilling capacity and accelerate hydrocarbon production from its portfolio of oil and gas assets in India. The selection process is expected to attract domestic and international rig operators, with contracts likely covering both short-term and long-term deployments to meet the company’s exploration, appraisal, and development objectives.
By increasing its rig fleet, Cairn aims to enhance operational efficiency, reduce project timelines, and strengthen its ability to respond to growing energy demand in the region. The company has underscored that the tendering process will follow rigorous safety, technical, and environmental standards to ensure sustainable and reliable operations across all drilling sites.
This strategic expansion aligns with India’s broader energy ambitions to boost domestic oil and gas production while supporting energy security and economic growth.