Union Minister for Petroleum and Natural Gas Hardeep Singh Puri announced India's strategic positioning as a global leader in hydrogen energy production and exports during the 6th South Asian Geoscience Conference and Exhibition in New Delhi. The Minister highlighted key initiatives such as hydrogen blending in natural gas pipelines, localization of electrolyzer technologies, and bio-pathways for green hydrogen production as crucial drivers of this endeavor. India, with its soaring daily oil consumption and robust energy demand, is projected to account for a significant portion of the global energy demand increase over the next two decades. Despite being the world's third-largest crude oil consumer, the country's exploration potential remains largely untapped, showcasing immense opportunities for growth. The government's ambitious target to expand exploration acreage to 1 million square kilometres by 2030 reflects a forward-looking approach to ensure energy security and sustainability. Minister Puri's confidence in geoscientists' innovative capabilities underscores the commitment to drive India's energy revolution while addressing challenges effectively. The upcoming GEO India 2024 conference is expected to attract a large number of participants and aims to facilitate discussions on energy security and advancements in the petroleum and natural gas sectors. India's proactive stance in advancing renewable energy sources and optimizing its exploration potential signifies a bold leap towards a sustainable and affordable energy future.