India’s Energy Security: A Strategic Reset

Since late February 2026, the Israel-US-Iran conflict has disrupted the Strait of Hormuz, a key global energy chokepoint handling about 20% of oil and major LPG/LNG flows. Rising war-risk insurance premiums and reduced shipping activity have strained global energy supplies, affecting import-dependent regions such as India and Europe.

  • India’s energy security is crucial due to its high dependence on imported fossil fuels. Growing demand, geopolitical tensions, and the ongoing energy transition have made diversification and resilience top priorities.

How India is Strengthening Energy Security?

Strategic Petroleum Reserves and Buffers

  • India is expanding its Strategic Petroleum Reserve to reduce vulnerability to ....
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