India has diversified its liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) imports to several alternative suppliers in response to global energy disruptions caused by the ongoing conflict in West Asia, Petroleum Minister Hardeep Singh Puri told Parliament on Thursday. Addressing the Lok Sabha, the minister said India has secured LPG supplies from countries such as the United States, Norway, Canada, Algeria and Russia, in addition to traditional Gulf suppliers.

“The world has not faced a moment like this in modern energy history. Today is the 13th day since the passage through the Strait of Hormuz, through which 20% of the world’s crude, 20% of the world’s natural gas and 20% of the world’s LPG flows were disrupted following the military operation between Iran, Israel and the US,” Puri said.

He added that India previously relied heavily on Gulf nations for LPG imports.

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“It should be noted that India was previously importing approximately 60% of its LPG requirements from Gulf countries such as Qatar, UAE, Saudi Arabia, and Kuwait and 40% is produced domestically. Procurement has now been actively diversified, with cargoes being secured from the United States, Norway, Canada, Algeria, and Russia, in addition to available Gulf sources,” he said in the Lok Sabha.

Crude and gas supply position remains secure

Puri also assured Parliament that India’s crude oil supply remains stable despite disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz.

“Volumes secured exceed what Hormuz would have delivered. Before this crisis, approximately 45% of India’s crude imports transited the Hormuz route. Thanks to Hon’ble PM’s outstanding diplomatic outreach and goodwill, India has secured crude volumes that exceed what the disrupted Strait route would have delivered in the same period,” he said.

According to the minister, non-Hormuz sourcing has increased significantly. It was stated that non-Hormuz sourcing has risen to approximately 70% of crude imports, up from 55% before the conflict began, and that India now sources crude oil from 40 countries compared to 27 in 2006–07. Indian refineries are currently operating at high capacity utilisation, with some exceeding 100%, he said.

“There is no shortage of petrol, diesel, kerosene, ATF or fuel oil.” An official from the petroleum ministry, requesting anonymity, said that no fuel retail outlets across the country are facing shortages. As of September 30, 2025, India had 99,281 retail fuel outlets, including 28,533 in rural areas.

Gas allocation prioritised for essential sectors

Puri also addressed concerns regarding natural gas supply. India currently produces around 90 Million Metric Standard Cubic Metres per Day (MMSCMD) of natural gas domestically while consuming about 189 MMSCMD. Imports of about 30 MMSCMD through Gulf sources have been affected due to a force majeure declaration from a major Qatari processing facility.

However, the government has implemented prioritised allocation under the Natural Gas Control Order issued on March 9 under the Essential Commodities Act.

“Domestic piped gas to homes and CNG for vehicles receive 100% supply with no cuts,” he said. Industrial and manufacturing sectors will receive up to 80% of their previous six-month average consumption, while fertiliser plants will receive up to 70% to safeguard agricultural supply ahead of the sowing season. Refineries and petrochemical units will face controlled reductions so that gas can be diverted to higher-priority sectors.

The minister added that India has secured alternative LNG supplies.

“I am pleased to inform the House that the shortfall has been substantially offset through alternative procurement. Large LNG cargoes are arriving on an almost daily basis through alternative supply routes, and India has sufficient gas production and supply arrangements to sustain this position even in the event of a prolonged conflict. Power generation for every household and for industry is fully protected.”

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India’s fuel retail sector is largely dominated by three state-run oil marketing companies, Indian Oil Corporation (IOC), Bharat Petroleum Corporation Ltd (BPCL) and Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Ltd (HPCL). As of October 1, 2025, these companies together serve about 33.1 crore domestic LPG customers through 25,584 distributors.

Puri urged citizens not to spread misinformation during the ongoing global energy disruption.

“This is not the moment for rumour-mongering or fake narratives. India is navigating the most severe global energy disruption in recorded history. Crude supply is flowing. Gas is prioritised for homes and farms. LPG production has been stepped up by 28 per cent. Consumer prices are held far below what markets and regional comparators would dictate. Schools are open. Petrol is on the forecourt. Every citizen, regardless of political affiliation, has a stake in that. India must stand united behind its energy warriors, behind the institutions managing this crisis, and behind the national interest,” he said in the House.