Russia has pledged to fully meet India’s energy requirements in the event of prolonged disruptions to oil and gas supplies caused by escalating tensions in West Asia, a Russian Embassy official said on Monday.

The assurance comes as QatarEnergy suspended liquefied natural gas (LNG) production on 2 March after an Iranian drone attack targeted critical infrastructure at Ras Laffan and Mesaieed Industrial Cities. Energy concerns were further heightened after Iran blocked the Strait of Hormuz, a key shipping route for international trade.

“We are ready to fulfil demands of India’s energy needs in case of continued disruption of energy supplies,” the official told PTI.

India relies heavily on the region for crude oil and LNG imports, although diversification efforts have increased supplies from Russia in recent years. The Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas said the country is well stocked with crude oil and essential petroleum products, including petrol, diesel and automatic transmission fluid (ATF), to manage any short-term disruptions arising from the crisis.

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“India has ensured both availability and affordability of energy for its population by diversifying its sources. Indian energy companies now have access to energy supplies that are not routed through the Strait of Hormuz,” the ministry added.