India, a significant net importer of crude oil and petroleum products, is embarking on a transformative journey towards energy independence as outlined by Minister Nitin Gadkari at the annual SIAM session. The vision entails shifting the nation's status from a net energy importer to a net energy exporter, urging strong collaboration with the automobile industry to achieve this ambitious goal. Currently heavily reliant on fossil fuel imports, with over 80% of crude oil needs sourced externally, India seeks to diversify its energy mix by promoting alternative fuels such as battery, hydrogen, ethanol, and LNG. Minister Gadkari emphasizes the importance of leveraging proven technology, economic viability, and raw material availability in this transition. The government has set a target of reaching 30% electric vehicle penetration by 2030, with a specific focus on two-wheelers, three-wheelers, LNG, and green hydrogen for long-haul commercial vehicles. Additionally, initiatives like blending compressed biogas in CNG and boosting domestic battery manufacturing underscore India's commitment to green technology and energy self-sufficiency. The country aims to establish itself as a significant player in the global lithium-ion battery market by expanding its manufacturing capacity to 100-150 GWh by the end of the decade, reducing dependency on imports from countries like China, Japan, and South Korea.