India's offshore oil push gains pace, led by ONGC-OIL discoveries, Andaman focus, and major policy reforms boosting exploration.

• Over 172 hydrocarbon finds since 2015; 62 offshore, with ONGC-OIL targeting ultra-deepwater Andaman prospects.
• Revised policies, including HELP and OALP, unlock 1 million sq. km for exploration; $100 billion investment expected by 2030.
• ANDW-7 wildcat well in East Andaman shows light crude traces, confirming an active petroleum system with promising commercial potential.