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India Has Enough Oil Stock To Weather West Asia Crisis; Coverage...

India is well-prepared to handle potential disruptions in oil supply due to military conflicts in West Asia, holding sufficient crude and fuel inventories for six to eight weeks. With significant reliance on imports from the region, particularly through the Strait of Hormuz, the government assures that current reserves are adequate to meet domestic demand, although liquefied natural gas supplies may be more vulnerable.

India Has Enough Oil Stock To Weather West Asia Crisis; Coverage...

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Key Highlights

  • India has enough crude and fuel stocks for 6-8 weeks to meet domestic demand.
  • About 88% of India's crude oil needs are met through imports, primarily from the Middle East.
  • The Strait of Hormuz is a crucial transit point for over half of India's oil imports.
  • Current reserves include approximately 100 million barrels of crude oil.
  • India's liquefied natural gas inventory is more limited compared to crude and fuel reserves.
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Sources

  1. West Asia crisis: India in ‘reasonably comfortable’ position on oil stockpile, current inventory enough for 6-8 weeks
  2. India has 25 days of crude oil in reserve and 25 days each of petrol, diesel stock: Government sources
  3. If Hormuz Shuts, How Long Can India Keep The Oil Flowing?
  4. India Has Enough Oil Stock To Weather West Asia Crisis; Coverage...

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