India Diversifies Energy Imports Amid West Asia Crisis

India has taken significant steps to ensure energy security amidst reports of LPG and LNG shortages stemming from the West Asia crisis. The nation has secured alternative supplies and diversified its oil import sources from 27 to 40 countries. Domestically, Indian refiners, including Reliance Industries at its Jamnagar complex, have increased LPG production by 10% following government directives. Petroleum and Natural Gas Minister Hardeep Singh Puri has assured citizens of stable domestic gas supplies, with natural gas from the KG-D6 Basin being diverted to priority sectors. While households and key sectors receive full or substantial supplies, the National Restaurant Association of India has voiced concerns about potential losses for the restaurant industry due to commercial LPG cylinder tightening.