India has received a major relief amid ongoing concerns over LPG and gas supply disruptions, as the country strengthens its energy partnership with Qatar, its largest gas supplier.
Union Petroleum Minister Hardeep Singh Puri recently visited Doha, the capital of Doha, where he held important discussions with Qatar’s Energy Minister Saad Sherida Al-Kaabi. The meeting comes at a time when global energy markets remain unstable due to geopolitical tensions, including the US-Iran conflict and its aftermath.
During the talks, QatarEnergy assured India that it will continue to remain a “reliable energy partner.” This assurance is significant, as Qatar currently supplies nearly 40% of India’s natural gas requirements, directly supporting the stability of LPG and LNG supply in the country.
Recent disruptions and concerns over attacks on major LNG facilities in Qatar had raised fears of supply instability. However, the renewed commitment from Qatar is expected to ease pressure on global energy markets and ensure steady supply for India.
The Ministry of External Affairs spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal also confirmed that energy cooperation between India and Qatar will be further strengthened, with both sides agreeing to maintain stable supply and expand collaboration.
India has also been expanding its role as a regional energy partner. The country has supplied petroleum products to Sri Lanka and signed energy cooperation agreements with Mauritius, strengthening its position as a dependable energy supplier in the region.
Domestically, India has managed its energy structure efficiently. According to the government, gas-based power generation accounts for only 1.4% of total electricity capacity, limiting the impact of fluctuations in LNG supply on the power sector.
