Hardeep Puri: India Diversified 70% Crude Imports from Hormuz, Ensuring Fuel Security

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India Secures Fuel: 70% Crude Imports Shifted from Hormuz Amid West Asia Conflict

India has diversified its LPG imports to include cargoes from the United States, Norway, Canada, Algeria and Russia, the minister said.

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News18•12-03-2026, 17:32

India Secures Fuel: 70% Crude Imports Shifted from Hormuz Amid West Asia Conflict

•Oil Minister Hardeep Puri confirms India's crude supply is secure, exceeding Hormuz delivery capacity.
•Non-Hormuz crude sourcing now accounts for 70% of total imports, up from 25% before the crisis.
•Strait of Hormuz, a critical waterway, has been closed for 13 days due to West Asia conflict.
•India diversified LPG imports from US, Norway, Canada, Algeria, and Russia.
•PM Narendra Modi's diplomatic outreach credited for rapid redirection of crude procurement.

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