Cairn Energy PLC announcement

24 January, 2014

Cairn has been contacted by the Income Tax Department of India to discuss income tax assessments for the year ending 31 March 2007. Cairn is co-operating to provide the necessary documentation and information as requested.

While discussions are ongoing, the Income Tax Department has instructed Cairn Energy PLC to hold its shares in Cairn India.

Cairn will update the market in due course.

Enquiries:
Analysts/Investors
David Nisbet Corporate Affairs 0131 475 3000
Media
Patrick Handley Brunswick Group LLP 0207 404 5959
David Litterick Brunswick Group LLP 0207 404 5959
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