This article examines the emergence and development of the oil and gas industry in the Kashkadarya region between 1920 and 1991. The study analyzes the geological exploration activities carried out during the Soviet period, the discovery and exploitation of major oil and gas fields, and the establishment of industrial infrastructure in the region. Particular attention is paid to the role of the fuel and energy sector in the economic development of Kashkadarya and its contribution to the industrialization of Uzbekistan. The article also explores the impact of state policies, technological advancements, and investment programs on the growth of the oil and gas industry. Based on historical sources and archival materials, the research highlights the significance of Kashkadarya as one of the leading oil and gas producing regions of Uzbekistan during the Soviet era.
Zokir Gʻanisherovich Nurmanov (Wed,) studied this question.