According to Uzbekneftegaz, Chairman of the Management Board Abdugani Sanginov held a working meeting with representatives of CCDC, the drilling company operating under CNPC, to discuss accelerating work to eliminate the accident at the Mustaqillikning 25 Yilligi field.
The parties stressed the importance of completing all preparatory procedures as quickly as possible to begin practical operations without delay. They agreed to deliver specialized drilling rigs, high-pressure equipment and other technical machinery to the site, engage qualified specialists and launch rescue drilling operations on schedule.
The meeting also focused on strengthening cooperation between experts from the two companies to ensure the project is completed within the planned timeframe and that technical decisions can be made promptly.
The parties further discussed expanding joint drilling and geological exploration projects in Uzbekistan's oil and gas sector after the accident at the Boysun field has been fully eliminated.
Series of accidents at the Boysun gas field
The Mustaqillikning 25 Yilligi gas field is located about 20 kilometers from the town of Boysun. It is estimated to contain more than 150 billion cubic meters of natural gas, although some estimates place its reserves at as much as 170 billion cubic meters.
The first major accident occurred on September 1, 2024, when Well No. 604 exploded during drilling operations, triggering a fire. Hydrogen sulfide gas was subsequently released into the surrounding area, prompting the evacuation of residents living near the field.
A second explosion struck the site on September 17, leaving 11 people injured and killing four workers.
Additional explosions were reported on March 27 and May 5, 2025. Over the past two years, the field has experienced repeated gas flare-ups. Residents have repeatedly complained on social media about the persistent smell of gas, claiming it has affected their health and quality of life.
In November 2025, reports of another gas leak emerged. The Ministry of Energy later said that a flame previously maintained at Well No. 202 had temporarily gone out due to geological processes at the field.
