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Crude oil extraction from 8 more Sar-i-Pul wells begins

Crude oil extraction from 8 more Sar-i-Pul wells begins

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28 Nov 2023 - 22:44
Crude oil extraction from 8 more Sar-i-Pul wells begins
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28 Nov 2023 - 22:44

SAR-I-PUL (Pajhwok): Deputy Prime Minister for Economic Affairs Mullah Abdul Ghani Beradar has inaugurated eight news crude oil extraction wells in the Soghbil area of northern Sar-i-Pul province, according to a statement on Tuesday.

During the inauguration ceremony, Mullah Beradar said that welfare projects for Sar-i-Pul residents are given priority which will be funded from the crude oil wells revenue.

He said the construction of a ring road and modern hospital was the other projects that would be implemented in Sar-i-Pul in the future.

Petroleum Minister Sheikh Shahabuddin Delawar and Sar-i-Pul provincial officials were also present on the occasion.

The inauguration of more crude oil wells marked a significant step in the Islamic Emirate's commitment to balanced development across provinces, said Mullah Beradar.

The Deputy Prime Minister highlighted the Islamic Emirate's focus on balanced provincial development.

He emphasized the inauguration of this crucial project in Sar-e-Pul province, foreseeing immediate benefits for its residents.

Mullah Baradar Akhund announced plans for the construction of a well-equipped hospital, a standard road, and a water dam, aiming to generate employment opportunities for thousands and contribute to the country's economic growth.

Expressing the importance of adherence to the contract, Mullah Baradar Akhund urged the contractor company to execute the project efficiently.

He stressed the timely completion of the public benefit initiatives aligned with the needs of Sar-e-Pul province residents.

With the activation of eight new wells in the Amu oil field, daily oil extraction is set to increase by 800 cubic meters.

Future plans include the activation of ten more wells, contributing to the expansion of the workforce, currently involving 350 engineers and 550 workers in the Amu oil field.

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