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India faces no US pressure to reduce imports of Russian crude: Hardeep Singh Puri
Oct-28-2026

Union Petroleum Minister Hardeep Singh Puri has said that India has faced no pressure from the United States (US) to reduce its imports of Russian crude. He said Indian refiners would purchase crude from suppliers offering the most competitive prices, with energy security remaining a key priority amid global market uncertainties. He added that India was not particularly sourcing Russian oil at present, but the decisions in this regard were guided by commercial considerations rather than pressure from any country. 

The minister's remarks come amid growing international scrutiny of India's Russian crude purchases and Western efforts to restrict Moscow's oil revenues following Russia's invasion of Ukraine. Referring to the restrictions imposed on two Russian entities, Rosneft and Lukoil, Puri said buyers could source oil from other suppliers, including those in the United Arab Emirates (UAE). He also highlighted India's diversified energy investments and sourcing strategy, including investments in Saudi Arabia and other locations.

He stressed that India, as one of the world's major energy-consuming nations, could not compromise on its energy security amid geopolitical tensions and volatility in international markets. He also pointed out the complexity of global oil and petroleum-product trade, and noted that procurement decisions involved several commercial and supply considerations. India's approach was guided by the need to ensure reliable supplies while managing costs for consumers and the broader economy. 


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