A team of specialist engineers from the United States has arrived in Assam’s Sivasagar district to help contain the gas leak at ONGC’s RDS-147A well in Bhatiapar, now ongoing for nine days. The expert team is working closely with ONGC and local authorities to assess the situation and implement critical containment measures. With fears of ignition due to rising gas pressure, authorities stress that the next 36 hours are crucial. Local residents remain anxious, recalling the 2020 Baghjan blowout, as the district administration ensures round-the-clock monitoring and support for technical teams.