Strait of Hormuz crisis a wake up call! India eyes Rs 40,000 crore subsea pipeline for uninterrupted gas

India is accelerating plans for a $4 billion subsea pipeline to Oman to secure uninterrupted gas imports from the Gulf, amid concerns over the Strait of Hormuz crisis. This project aims to bolster India’s energy security and reduce reliance on LNG imports, mitigating potential supply disruptions. It also highlights a strategic contrast with China’s established pipeline networks and gas storage capacity.