“When Global Tensions Hit Home: Rethinking India’s Energy Security” by Davinder Sandhu, Co-founder and Chairperson at Primus Partners, describes that geopolitical tensions in key energy-producing regions are creating long-term risks for India’s economy by increasing energy price volatility, import costs, inflationary pressures, and uncertainty in global supply chains. The article highlights that India’s dependence on imported fossil fuels extends beyond transportation into critical sectors such as manufacturing, petrochemicals, fertilizers, and household energy consumption.
The article further argues that energy transition should be viewed not only as a climate objective but also as a strategic economic and national security imperative. It emphasizes the importance of expanding renewable energy, electrification, biofuels, green hydrogen, energy storage, and critical mineral supply chains to reduce vulnerability to global shocks. Drawing parallels with India’s Green Revolution, the article concludes that sustained, mission-driven execution will be essential to build a resilient and secure energy future for the country.
