Cairn took centre stage at India Energy Week 2025 as a Platinum Sponsor, reaffirming our commitment to responsible transformation and securing India’s energy future with sustainability and self-reliance at the core. Strategically positioned in Hall 1, the Cairn Arena was a dynamic showcase of our technological innovations, sustainability initiatives, and community-driven projects, offering visitors a comprehensive understanding of its ethos.
The Honourable Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi, virtually inaugurated the event, setting the tone for a transformative week. Insights from the Honourable Minister of Petroleum, Shri Hardeep Singh Puri, followed this. The Cairn Arena was inaugurated by Mr Rahul Sharma, CEO of Strategy, Vedanta, alongside the Cairn leadership team. The booth emerged as a focal point of the event, drawing significant footfall and engagement from visitors and industry stakeholders.
Our Leadership at the Forefront
At the Strategic Conference, Cairn was represented by Hitesh Vaid and Rakesh Agiwal, followed by a technical session chaired by Biswanath Ghosh. Hitesh participated in a panel discussion on Bridging the Investment Gaps in Energy Transitions, while Rakesh contributed to discussions on Delivering the New Exploration and Production Imperatives for Developing Economies. Biswanath led a technical conference on the Monetisation of Oil and Gas Fields. Vinayak participated in a panel exploring Solving the Water-Energy Transition Nexus – Lowering the World’s Carbon Without Lowering Its Water Supply.
Additionally, the S&P Roundtable on AI Summit featured Hitesh Vaid and Sandeep Gupta, who shared valuable insights on the role of artificial intelligence in the energy sector.
As a Platinum Sponsor, our presence was unmistakable throughout the IEW venue. From mobile charging stations featuring Cairn branding at 25 locations to digital and physical brand placements, our vision of an energy-self-reliant India was strongly reflected. We were also prominently featured in the IEW Show Dailies, with an article on India’s hydrocarbon potential penned by Mandeep Narang, Director—Operations, Cairn.
Strengthening Partnerships
We also had the privilege ofa hosting esteemed delegates from the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas (MoPNG) and the Directorate General of Hydrocarbons (DGH), including Vinod Seshan – Joint Secretary, MoPNG; Dr Pallavi Jain Govil – IAS, Director General, DGH; Mr Sachiv Kumar – Additional Director General, Development, DGH; Sachin Kumar – Under Secretary, MoPNG; Ramji Lal Meena – Under Secretary, MoPNG; and Damodar Mohta – Section Officer, MoPNG. Additionally, Maddila Gurumoorthy, Member of Parliament (Lok Sabha), and senior leadership from ONGC visited the Cairn Arena.
A strategic discussion with Mr Vinod Seshan focused on our exploration strategies and energy transition roadmap. Dr Pallavi Jain Govil also engaged with our interactive portfolio installation. She met with the Jijis from Barmer, who proudly shared their millet cookie initiative, a true testament to Aatmanirbharta showcased on a national platform.
Industry Collaborations
We fostered meaningful discussions with key industry leaders and business partners. Meetings with Baker Hughes, S&P Global, Weatherford, and Chevron laid the groundwork for future collaborations. At the same time, discussions with Technip Energies, ADNOC, Gulf Energy, Ecubix, and Baker Hughes strengthened strategic partnerships to drive innovation and growth. Productive engagements with Solar Turbines, Estonian Enefit Co, SLB, Halliburton, and Axion further expanded the potential for collaborative advancements in the energy sector.
Cairn Tech Talks: A Glimpse into the Future
The Cairn Tech Talks captivated audiences, highlighting advancements in the energy sector. Our young experts delivered insightful presentations on cutting-edge technologies, digital transformation, and sustainable energy solutions, fostering an engaging exchange of ideas and thought leadership.
| # | Name | BU / Function | Topic of the Cairn Tech Talk Session |
| 1 | Prashant Agarwal / Harshit Garg | RE- Development | Chemical EOR Application in MBA fields |
| 2 | Rachaita Sen | Geology – Coastal | Perched-Water Contact Concept: A Case Study from Miocene Reservoirs of Cambay Offshore |
| 3 | Atul Kumar Yadav/Kasturi | Geophysics – Development | Barmer – A super Basin |
| 4 | Sulagna Mitra | Geophysics – Exploration | FTG & 2D Seismic Integration in Assam Arakan Fold Thrust & Foreland Belt |
| 5 | Ketan Kandari | Digital | GenAI: Driving Efficiency and Sustainability in Oil & Gas |
| 6 | Priyabrata Chatterjee | Geophysics – Exploration | North East – Exploration Paradise |
| 7 | Dipesh Chopra | RE- Coastal | From Vision to Reality – 30 years of best practices for maximising recovery in Ravva |
| 8 | Sankhadeep Biswas | RE- RJ North | Development of Tight Oil field using Hydraulic Fracturing Technology |
| 9 | Dewal Bahuguna | Digital | Process Digital Twin/APC: Redefining Oil & Gas Performance |
| 10 | Clayton Grove | Geophysics – Exploration | Integrated interpretation and new prospectivity identification in KG Deepwater Basin |
| 11 | Ashutosh Kumar Singh & Anstasiya | Petrophysics – Corporate | Challenges in tight reservoir development – Case studies Aishwariya Barmer Hill (ABH) and Mangala Barmer Hill (MBH) formations |
| 12 | Utpalendu Kuila | Petrophysics -Exploration | Identifying Exploration Target Area for Lower Barmer Hill Shale play in Kaameshwari graben, Barmer Basin |
| 13 | Anita Modi | Digital | Data-Driven Reservoir Management: Fueling the Future with Data-Driven Insight |
| 14 | Akhilesh Nalanagula | Geophysics – Development | Solving the challenge of missing logs in Geoscience Interpretations – Enhancing the sonic log prediction accuracy through machine learning |
| 15 | Sankhajit Saha | Geomechanics – Corporate | Addressing Solid Production Challenges in the Bhagyam Oilfield: A Geomechanical Approach to Optimizing Completions |
Expanding Media Presence and Engagement
Throughout the four-day event, we connected with leading global and national media outlets across print, digital, and broadcast platforms, sharing our ambitious growth strategy and upcoming projects from exploration to development. Our vision for a self-reliant energy future was prominently featured in leading financial publications, including Business Standard, Financial Express, ET Energy World, and Mint.
With over 25 media coverages and more than 250,000 social media impressions, our story reached a wide audience through digital, broadcast, and print mediums, further strengthening our industry presence.
Engaging IEW Visitors
The Cairn Arena engaged visitors through interactive displays and activities, including artwork showcases, robotic arm demonstrations, a sustainability quiz, and the ever-popular Jijis and their signature millet cookies. Dr Pallavi Jain Govil interacted with the Jijis during her visit and appreciated their initiative as a significant contribution to Aatmanirbharta on a national scale.
Cairn continues to promote sustainable growth and energy self-reliance in India, reinforcing its role as a leader in the nation’s energy transformation.
Contributed by Wellverse Team
