In an interview with ETV Bharat, Narendra Teneja, an expert in energy policy and geopolitics, shared valuable insights on India's energy landscape. While India has shown progress in renewable energy like solar power, fossil fuels still dominate its energy mix. Teneja highlighted the challenges India faces in achieving energy independence, particularly due to heavy reliance on imports and geopolitical tensions impacting oil prices. He stressed the need for a dual approach where traditional energy companies invest in renewables and advocated for integrated energy solutions to meet growing energy demands. Teneja also urged consumer awareness on energy conservation and emphasized the importance of domestic manufacturing for solar panels. He called for India to carve its unique path in the energy transition, considering its ground realities and characteristics. Ultimately, he proposed a more inclusive energy revolution empowering local communities in renewable energy initiatives to achieve affordable and accessible energy for all.