GUWAHATI: Union Minister for Petroleum and Natural Gas Hardeep Singh Puri highlighted Assam's significant contribution to India's energy sector at the Advantage Assam 2.0 summit in Guwahati. Speaking on the second day of the event, he emphasized that Assam's role in oil production is progressively rising, citing the state's long history with India's oldest oil refinery, Digboi.
"Assam currently contributes 15% of the country's crude oil and 14% of its natural gas production. This is a very positive indicator, and the state is set to grow further," Puri said. He said that events like Advantage Assam encourage youth involvement and provide widespread opportunities.
Speaking about the future of clean energy, the minister underscored the importance of green hydrogen. He pointed out that if the cost of green hydrogen can be reduced from $4.45 to $2.50 per kilogram, it would trigger a significant shift in India's energy landscape.
"This transition will shift us from conventional energy to hydrogen, allowing hydrogen-powered buses to operate across the country, including the Northeast. The only emission from these buses will be water vapor, making it a game-changer for sustainable transportation," he stated.
Puri further stated that India's Exploration and Production (E&P) sector is experiencing substantial growth. He recently met with key stakeholders, including British Petroleum, who have expressed strong interest in India's energy sector.
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