New Delhi, March 12 -- Amid raging conflict in West Asia and Middle East, the central government has outlined measures to ensure energy security, maritime safety, welfare of Indian nationals and public communication.
Briefing media on the preparedness level and response measures, senior government officials have said that India maintains sufficient reserves of oil and gas while measures have been taken to ensure maritime safety.
Energy Supply and Fuel Availability
Officials said Indias crude oil supply remains secure despite disruptions around the Strait of Hormuz.
India consumes about 55 lakh barrels per day and now imports crude from around 40 countries, with about 70 percent coming from routes outside the Strait, compared with 5...