IMPACT ON LAND DUE TO EXPLORATORY WELL DRILLING FOR HYDROCARBON: CASE STUDY

Abstract

Oil and hydrocarbon is an important contributor for the country development. However, exploratory drilling of oil deteriorates affect the environment by polluting air, water and soil. It also affects the surrounding agricultural land that limits the production of crops. One exploratory well is to be drilled at Mahuar, Tehsil Mau, district Mau in Uttar Pradesh. However, the environmental impact of this exploratory drill is a major concerning issue. It has some negative effects on surrounding human and biological society. The people of this area are sufferer in terms of air, water and land pollutions as well as health problem. The main focal point of this study was to collect information on land and problems associated with exploratory drilling using structured survey, field observation. The collected data were justified with existing information