The Assam government has announced ₹25,000 in immediate aid for around 350 families affected by a blowout at ONGC’s oil well RDS 147 in Sivasagar. The gas leakage began on June 12, prompting evacuations and emergency support. CM Himanta Biswa Sarma assured more compensation later, while central and state governments coordinated responses. ONGC has involved U.S. experts to stop the leak. Local groups like Bir Lachit Sena demanded accountability from the private operator. Despite the crisis, pollution levels remain under control. ONGC’s technical team is managing the blowout, which occurred during a perforation operation. Authorities continue to monitor and assist affected communities.