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ONGC expects operatorship rights in Venezuelan oil projects in 3-6 months

2026-11-06 · 1 source · The Hindu Industry

In short

ONGC expects to get operatorship rights in Venezuelan oil projects in 3 to 6 months. It already owns 40% of the San Cristobal project and 11% of the Carabobo project.

If the transfer happens, ONGC could play a bigger role in managing these oil assets in Venezuela.

What the reporting says

ONGC expects to acquire operatorship rights in Venezuelan oil projects in three to six months, according to the report. The company already holds a 40% interest in the San Cristobal oil project and an 11% stake in the Carabobo project. The development could strengthen ONGC's role in the two projects if the transfer goes through.

Why it matters

ONGC expects to acquire operatorship rights in Venezuelan oil projects within three to six months. The company already holds a 40% stake in San Cristobal and an 11% stake in Carabobo. If completed, the move would expand ONGC’s control over the projects and may affect its overseas oil portfolio.

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