Event Overview

The 2026 edition of India Energy Week (IEW) concluded in Goa on January 30th, marking a significant milestone in the nation's journey toward energy autonomy. Against a backdrop of international geopolitical instability, India has asserted its capacity to maintain stability while transitioning toward cleaner fuels. The event served as a global stage where Indian leadership highlighted the country's dual strategy: securing traditional hydrocarbon supplies while simultaneously aggressively expanding into green hydrogen, biofuels, and compressed biogas.

Key Facts
Event Venue

Goa (Jan 27–30, 2026)

Global Status

3rd Largest Energy Consumer

Refining Capacity

4th Largest Refiner Globally

Future Target

5% CBG Blending by 2030

Economic Outlook

Projected Growth >7%

Official Highlights

Resilience in Volatility

Union Minister for Petroleum and Natural Gas, Shri Hardeep Singh Puri, emphasized India's success in insulating its citizens from global price shocks. He noted that while the world faced energy turmoil, India converted these challenges into opportunities by diversifying supply chains.

The Consumer-First Approach

"Global turmoil has never been passed on to the consumer. India today has among the lowest energy prices in the world, and uninterrupted supply has been maintained even during crises."
- Shri Hardeep Singh Puri, Union Minister
Strategic Roadmap

Expanding Domestic Production

Dr. Neeraj Mittal, Secretary of the Ministry, outlined a blueprint for the future that hinges on increasing domestic exploration and drilling activities. As the economy grows at over 7%, the demand for energy will spike, necessitating a robust upstream sector to reduce import dependency.

Tech-Driven Transition

The government is prioritizing the integration of Artificial Intelligence and digitalization to optimize logistics and costs. Simultaneously, the push for Compressed Biogas (CBG) is intensifying, with a clear roadmap to achieve 5% blending by 2030 through farmer-led biomass supply chains.

Source Information

This report is based on the official press release from the Ministry of Petroleum & Natural Gas regarding the closing of India Energy Week 2026.

Original Source: View Official Press Release (PIB)

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Frequently Asked Questions

Q. What is the main objective of India Energy Week (IEW)?
IEW is India's flagship global platform designed to bring together government leaders and industry experts to foster collaboration on energy security, affordability, and sustainability.
Q. How has India handled global energy price fluctuations?
According to the Ministry, India has successfully shielded consumers from global volatility through timely interventions, maintaining some of the lowest energy prices worldwide.
Q. What are India's targets for Compressed Biogas (CBG)?
The government has set an ambitious target to achieve a 5% blending of Compressed Biogas (CBG) in the energy mix by the year 2030.
Q. What is India's current standing in the global energy market?
India is currently the world's third-largest energy consumer, the fourth-largest refiner, and a leading exporter of petroleum products.