Petroleum Minister to focus on increasing domestic production of crude and natural gas

As we transform towards a US $ 5 trillion economy, energy availability and consumption will be of paramount importance

My focus will be on increasing domestic production of crude and natural gas, in line with the Prime Minister’s vision of Aatmanirbhar Bharat, said Hardeep Singh Puri while taking over charge of the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas as cabinet minister.

As we transform towards a US $5 Trillion economy, energy availability and consumption will be of paramount importance, added Puri. 

"The work of this ministry touches each and every citizen in the country directly or indirectly. The energy issues in this ministry have immense potential and several challenges. The need to adapt to changing times, adopt new technologies and to be in consonance with the energy transition taking place across the world, provides a fascinating opportunity," commented Puri.

I will also work towards development of a natural gas-based economy in the country and increase the share of natural gas in the primary energy mix of the country to 15% by 2030 as announced by the Prime Minister.

"In the last seven years, under the able guidance of my predecessor Dharmendra Pradhan, a number of path-breaking reforms and initiatives have been ushered in the sector. I would strive to take them forward, and fulfil the expectations of the Prime Minister, our people and the country,” added Puri.