New Delhi

Union Minister for Petroleum and Natural Gas Hardeep Singh Puri on Friday highlighted that India’s long-term energy planning is delivering tangible benefits to citizens, emphasising that the true test of policy lies in how seamlessly it supports daily life rather than in announcements alone.

In a post on X, the minister noted that India’s energy systems are being tested every day—in homes, on roads, and across workplaces—where forecasts meet real-world demand.

He cited the expansion of piped natural gas (PNG) connections, with around 1.58 crore kitchens now receiving PNG without the need to book refills, reflecting a shift towards convenience and cleaner cooking fuel.

“India’s energy systems are built to be ready before pressure peaks. Under the leadership of PM Narendra Modi, planning is measured by how smoothly daily life runs,” Puri wrote on X.

The minister also pointed to the growth of compressed natural gas (CNG) infrastructure, noting that 8,428 CNG stations are currently operational nationwide, with plans to more than double the number to 18,336 by 2030, expanding access to cleaner transportation fuel.

Another key focus is the national gas pipeline network, which has grown from about 15,000 kilometres in 2014 to 25,429 kilometres today, with further expansion to 33,475 kilometres planned by 2030 to strengthen energy connectivity and preparedness.

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“Energy systems cannot wait for pressure to appear. They must be ready before demand peaks. India’s energy planning is increasingly defined not by announcements, but by how smoothly daily life runs. The true test of planning is not what is promised, but what quietly works,” a video accompanying the minister’s post noted.