The Economic Times

No sudden shelter from storms: What protected India's oil supply during Hormuz crisis

India successfully navigated the Hormuz Strait closure, avoiding fuel shortages despite initial fears. This resilience wasn't due to last-minute decisions but years of strategic diversification of its oil supplier base, expanding from 27 to 41 countries. Robust infrastructure and refinery flexibility allowed for seamless redirection of supplies, proving that proactive, long-term planning is the true key to energy security, not just stockpiles.