Mumbai, Oct. 29 -- Speaking at the 'Revitalising India's Maritime Manufacturing Conference' in Mumbai during India Maritime Week 2025, Petroleum and Natural Gas Minister Hardeep Singh Puri stated that India's rapid economic growth is deeply connected to the advancement of its energy and maritime sectors.

Puri noted that India's economy has expanded to about USD 4.3 trillion, with nearly half dependent on external trade, underscoring the importance of shipping and global connectivity.

Highlighting India's growing energy requirements, the minister said the country now consumes around 5.6 million barrels of crude oil per day, compared to 5 million barrels four and a half years ago, and is poised to reach 6 million barrels per day soon.

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