India’s energy security is at a crossroads, balancing short-term reliance on fossil fuels with long-term renewable energy expansion. The country must enhance domestic oil and gas production, invest in nuclear and hydrogen energy, and localize critical mineral supply chains. Initiatives like the National Green Hydrogen Mission and regional cooperation will be key to achieving energy independence and sustainability. Shri Ranjan Mathai, Former Foreign Secretary of India, shares incredible insights on India’s energy landscape in an exclusive interaction with Abhineet Kumar & Muskan Jaiswal of Elets News Network (ENN). Edited excerpts:

Given your extensive diplomatic experience, how do you view India’s energy security in the context of global geopolitical tensions, particularly with respect to oil imports from the Middle East and Russia?

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