India, April 1 -- India's energy demand is rising sharply, driven by urbanisation, industry and growing electricity use

Coal remains dominant, accounting for nearly 79% of domestic energy supply despite renewable expansion

Renewable energy capacity and generation are growing fast, led by solar and wind

Heavy reliance on imported oil and gas continues to expose India to global price shocks

Balancing energy security with climate targets will define India's energy transition in the coming decade

India's energy sector is entering a decisive decade, balancing surging demand from a fast-growing economy with an accelerating transition towards cleaner sources.

Latest data for the 2024-25 financial year shows a system still anchored in fossi...