SURAT – During the Vibrant Gujarat Regional Summit in Surat, Union Petroleum Minister Hardeep Singh Puri hailed Gujarat as the nation’s ‘Energy Capital’ and ‘Natural Gas Gateway.’ Speaking on the occasion of the 66th Gujarat Foundation Day, the Minister credited the state’s industrial spirit—particularly in South Gujarat—as a vital engine for India’s economic growth.
Energy Security and Price Stability
Minister Puri emphasized India’s resilience amid global supply chain disruptions:
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0% Price Increase: While nations like the U.S. and Canada saw fuel prices surge by 35% to 50%, India has maintained a 0% increase in petrol and diesel prices over the last 60 days.
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Constant Monitoring: The government has been tracking the supply of crude oil, LNG, and LPG daily to ensure uninterrupted energy availability.
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Ujjwala Milestone: Celebrating the 10th anniversary of the Ujjwala Yojana, the Minister noted that over 10.55 crore beneficiaries have now received gas connections.
The Path to 2047: Self-Reliance and Green Hydrogen
With India’s energy demand growing at three times the global average, the Minister outlined the roadmap for the future:
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Energy Independence: The target is to make India completely self-reliant in energy by 2047.
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Green Hydrogen Mission: A significant focus is being placed on the National Green Hydrogen Mission to create a clean energy future.
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The “Gujarat Model”: Puri cited Gujarat’s technological sophistication as essential to achieving these national milestones.
Key Statistics
The Minister concluded that the government remains committed to securing a safe and sustainable energy future for the next generation under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
