India is taking steps to secure its energy supply as conflict near the Strait of Hormuz creates supply chain risks. The government has ordered state-run and private refiners to ramp up production of liquefied petroleum gas, or LPG, beyond existing output targets to ensure domestic availability remains stable.
Approximately 90 percent of India’s LPG imports pass through the Strait of Hormuz. With war in the region threatening this critical transit route, the government issued an official notice on August 13. This directive requires refiners and crude oil explorers to find every possible method to increase output levels immediately.
Operational changes are now underway. Energy firms are looking at new ways to utilize feedstocks, including the conversion of naphtha into cooking gas. This move is a strategic shift to reduce dependency on foreign imports while the maritime situation remains unpredictable.
Energy security remains a primary concern for the administration as they monitor the ongoing conflict. These efforts serve as a hedge against potential disruptions that could impact millions of households relying on LPG for daily cooking needs. Companies are expected to prioritize these production increases to meet the government's requirements.