India eyes massive energy infrastructure push over next decade
hydrocarbons value chain
between 2025 and 2035, Union Minister for Petroleum and Natural Gas
Hardeep Singh Puri
said at Urja Varta 2025.
'India has invested over ₹4 lakh crore in energy infrastructure over the past decade. These investments have not only strengthened national capacity but also created tangible value at the state level,' the Minister said, addressing an inter-ministerial round table with state representatives.
He added, 'With an envisaged investment of ₹30–35 lakh crore over the next 10 years, the coming decade will be pivotal for
energy infrastructure development
across the country.'
Puri highlighted that India contributed 16% to the global increase in oil demand over the last five years and is expected to account for nearly 25% of the incremental global energy demand through 2045.
The round table saw participation from ministers and senior officials from 22 states and Union Territories and focused on enhancing Centre-State cooperation in facilitating energy projects.
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