ONGC has unveiled the Urja Bharat Convention Centre (UBCC) in Betul, South Goa, marking its entry into India’s meetings, incentives, conferences, and exhibitions (MICE) sector. Introduced during the inaugural edition of Urjatva, the integrated 250-acre campus features the 3,500-plus seat Prithvi Convention Centre, the 7,200 sqm Vayu Exhibition Hall, the Aakash Management Development Facility, on-campus accommodation, and advanced event infrastructure. ONGC said it plans to appoint a professional operator for the venue while adopting a single-window model to simplify event planning and support future business growth.
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