KrishnaGodavari

Krishna Godavari, commonly referred to as the Krishna–Godavari Basin or KG Basin, is an offshore sedimentary basin along India's east coast. Named after the Krishna and Godavari rivers, it lies in the continental shelf off the states of Andhra Pradesh and Tamil Nadu, with onshore portions near the deltas of the two rivers. The basin formed during the tectonic rifting that opened the eastern margin of the Indian Plate, and it contains sedimentary sequences from the Paleozoic to the Cretaceous, forming potential reservoirs for hydrocarbons.

Geography and geology: The basin extends offshore into the Bay of Bengal and includes both onshore and near-shore areas. It is part of India’s eastern offshore system and hosts a variety of structural and stratigraphic traps that may contain oil and natural gas. Exploration has emphasized offshore blocks, with focused activity along the KG Deepwater region.

Resources and production: The KG Basin has been a major site of oil and gas exploration and development since the late 20th century. Offshore discoveries in several blocks led to significant gas production, particularly from the KG-D6 area, also known as Dhirubhai-1 and Dhirubhai-2, which began production in the late 2000s. Gas is processed onshore and delivered via pipelines to demand centers in southern and eastern India. The basin also hosts additional discoveries and development projects and remains an area of ongoing exploration and appraisal.

Development and outlook: Hydrocarbon operations in the KG Basin are governed by Indian regulatory authorities and involve collaborations among private and state-owned companies. Seismic surveys, drilling, and appraisal activities continue to assess remaining potential, subject to regulatory, environmental, and market conditions.

Impact: The KG Basin has contributed to India's domestic gas supply, supporting power generation and industry, while highlighting the need for safe offshore operations and environmental stewardship.