02655nam a22002057a 450000500170000000800410001702000180005802800810007608200150015710000290017224500980020126000540029930000230035336500080037652019700038465000140235465000280236865000250239670000280242120250523113910.0250523b        |||||||| |||| 00| 0 eng d  a9798885751636  a: Raghav Books Pvt. Ltdb: A-184, A, Nand Gram, Ghaziabadc: 204d: 7/5/2025  a622.18 DES  aDeshpande, Shreekrishna.  aThe Oil Hunterb: Journey of a Geologist for India’s Oil Exploration.c/ Jyotsna Deshpande.  a, Gurugramb: Garuda Prakashan Pvt. Ltd.c, 2024.  axi, 315p.c: 24cm.  b734  aThis is an inspiring story of India’s quest for energy independence after British rule, when western powers & experts wrote off India’s hydrocarbon potential. Reliance on foreign energy sources was a major impediment to our progress as an independent nation. Against this backdrop, K D Malaviya, a minister in Nehru’s cabinet, privately visited Soviet Union for help. Thus, was born India’s ambitious plan for oil exploration & production.
A small group of geologists & scientists explored every corner of India in search of oil & gas. They overcame immense challenges to discover multiple onshore & offshore oil fields putting India on global oil map. It offers a rare insider's view of India's little-known journey to energy independence.
The author shares his journey in founding India’s oil exploration department which grew into ONGC, a Fortune 500 corporation. Alongside scientific challenges, he meticulously observes & documents local cultures, histories & legends. His travels as a field geologist across diverse terrains - from scorching deserts of Kutch to challenging landscapes of Himalayas - led to encounters with wild animals, hostile tribes, militants & insurgencies, particularly in north east India. Enriched with anecdotes, sketches, photos & maps, this narrative brings the adventure to life.
Dr. Deshpande has compiled extensive data on India’s oil exploration, production, consumption, cost & imports while forecasting future trends. Written in an engaging style, it will be enjoyed by both novices & experts alike, providing insights into challenges & triumphs of oil exploration in India.
It is my pleasure to introduce "The Oil Hunter" as the nation celebrates 75 years of independence. I am confident that this book will unveil the remarkable history of our oil exploration efforts, a largely uncharted chapter in India's journey toward modernity. The author's contribution in bringing this to a wider audience is invaluable.
  aGeologist  aJourney of a Geologist   aPetroleum Discovery   aShreekrishna Deshpande