India Confirms No Rejection of Russian LNG Imports, Clarifies Energy Policies
India hasn't rejected Russian LPG: Minister Hardeep Puri busts myths spread by 'Opposition'
The Economic Times
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Union Minister Hardeep Singh Puri has clarified that India has never imported liquefied natural gas (LNG) from Russia, dismissing claims of a refusal to do so. He emphasized India's increased LPG production by nearly 55% and criticized the Opposition for spreading misinformation during sensitive times.
- 01India has never imported LNG from Russia, according to Minister Hardeep Singh Puri.
- 02Puri dismissed rumors of a nationwide lockdown as false and politically motivated.
- 03India's daily LPG production has increased by nearly 55%.
- 04The minister accused the Opposition of spreading misinformation.
- 05India remains focused on ensuring energy security for its citizens.
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Union Minister Hardeep Singh Puri has addressed misconceptions regarding India's energy imports, specifically denying that the country has rejected liquefied natural gas (LNG) from Russia, as it has never imported it. He also refuted rumors of a nationwide lockdown, labeling them as politically motivated falsehoods. Amid escalating tensions in West Asia, Puri highlighted India's significant increase in daily liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) production by nearly 55%, underscoring the nation’s commitment to energy self-reliance and effective crisis management under Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The minister criticized the Opposition for disseminating misinformation during critical times, asserting that India is prepared and stable in its pursuit of energy security for its citizens.
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The clarification on LNG imports and the increase in LPG production may enhance public confidence in India's energy security and self-reliance.
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