India, July 4 -- Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday said India successfully navigated what he described as the "biggest energy crisis of the 21st century" caused by the conflict in West Asia. Speaking at the inauguration of the Pachpadra refinery-cum-petrochemical complex in Rajasthan's Balotra district, he credited the country's resilience to timely policy decisions, strategic planning, prudent resource management and strong diplomatic engagement.

Modi said the conflict had disrupted global energy markets, with many countries facing fuel shortages and supply uncertainties. However, he asserted that India acted proactively by diversifying fuel imports, effectively utilising national resources and leveraging its diplomatic relations...