ONGC expects oil plus gas production of 39 MMTOE this fiscal, 40 MMTOE next year

ONGC, India's largest oil and gas producer, expects to produce 39 million metric tons of oil equivalent (MMTOE) this fiscal year and 40 MMTOE next year. This increase in production is a positive sign for the Indian economy, as it could lead to a reduction in the country's reliance on oil imports and help stabilize the trade deficit. The expected increase in production also aligns with ONGC's plans to pursue deepwater exploration, which could lead to new discoveries and further boost the country's oil and gas reserves.

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ONGC's expected oil and gas production is likely to have a positive impact on the company's revenue and the overall energy market. The expected oil prices of $75 per barrel would also make it ideal for the company to pursue deepwater exploration.

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