{"id":1307395,"date":"2026-03-20T09:44:03","date_gmt":"2026-03-20T04:14:03","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/trak.in\/stories\/?p=1307395"},"modified":"2026-03-20T09:44:16","modified_gmt":"2026-03-20T04:14:16","slug":"india-starts-importing-oil-lpg-from-australia-russia-us","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/trak.in\/stories\/india-starts-importing-oil-lpg-from-australia-russia-us\/","title":{"rendered":"India Starts Importing Oil, LPG From Australia, Russia, US"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>As geopolitical tensions escalate in West Asia, India is rapidly <strong>reshaping its energy strategy<\/strong> to reduce dependence on the region. The government has confirmed that it is now sourcing <strong>crude oil and LNG from countries like the US, Australia, and others<\/strong> to safeguard domestic supply.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"686\" height=\"386\" src=\"https:\/\/trak.in\/stories\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/hq720.jpg\" alt=\"India Starts Importing Oil, LPG From Australia, Russia, US\" class=\"wp-image-1307406\" srcset=\"https:\/\/trak.in\/stories\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/hq720.jpg 686w, https:\/\/trak.in\/stories\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/hq720-300x169.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 686px) 100vw, 686px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why India Is Changing Its Strategy<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The ongoing conflict has disrupted one of the world\u2019s most critical energy routes\u2014<a href=\"https:\/\/www.timesnownews.com\/india\/from-us-to-australia-india-diversifies-lng-crude-oil-sources-as-middle-east-conflict-escalates-heres-what-government-said-article-153873338\">the <strong>Strait of Hormuz<\/strong><\/a>, through which a large share of global oil and gas flows.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Nearly <strong>90% of India\u2019s LPG imports<\/strong> come from West Asia<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Around <strong>47% of LNG imports depend on Qatar<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Any disruption in this region directly impacts India\u2019s fuel availability, making diversification a necessity rather than a choice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">New Energy Sources: From US to Australia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>To counter the disruption, the government has started tapping alternative suppliers:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>LNG imports from the US and Australia<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Additional sourcing from <strong>Canada and other regions<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Even LPG supplies are now being partially sourced from the <strong>US<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Officials confirmed that while Qatar remains a key supplier, India is actively expanding its supplier base to reduce risk.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Crude Oil Imports Already Diversified<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>India has already made significant progress in diversifying crude oil imports:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>About <strong>70% of crude now comes from outside the Gulf region<\/strong> (up from 55%)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>This shift helps India reduce its exposure to geopolitical shocks in the Middle East.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Government\u2019s Assurance: No Immediate Fuel Crisis<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Despite global uncertainty, the government has reassured citizens:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Fuel supplies remain stable<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Refineries are running at <strong>full capacity<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Efforts are ongoing to ensure <strong>continuous availability<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Authorities are also prioritizing domestic consumption and closely monitoring supply chains.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Additional Measures to Manage the Crisis<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>To strengthen energy security, India is also:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Promoting <strong>PNG (piped natural gas)<\/strong> as an alternative to LPG<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Diverting gas from non-priority sectors to households<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Increasing use of <strong>alternate fuels like kerosene and coal<\/strong> for industries<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>These steps aim to reduce pressure on LPG and ensure essential services continue.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Bigger Picture: A Strategic Energy Shift<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>This isn\u2019t just a temporary adjustment\u2014it signals a long-term transformation:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Reduced dependence on a single region<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Stronger global energy partnerships<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Greater resilience against geopolitical shocks<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>India is essentially <strong>future-proofing its energy supply chain<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>India\u2019s decision to diversify LNG and crude oil imports comes at a critical time. With Middle East tensions disrupting global supply chains, the government is acting proactively to secure energy needs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>By tapping into suppliers like the US and Australia, India is not just managing the current crisis\u2014it is building a more stable and resilient energy future.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=77RDTWsA-0k\">Image Source<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>As geopolitical tensions escalate in West Asia, India is rapidly reshaping its energy strategy to reduce dependence on the region. The government has confirmed that it is now sourcing crude oil and LNG from countries like the US, Australia, and others to safeguard domestic supply. 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