India Under No Pressure To Stop Buying Russian Oil: Hardeep Puri

Union Petroleum Minister Hardeep Singh Puri denied that India faces pressure to cease Russian oil purchases, citing energy security as the priority.

India selects crude suppliers based on competitive commercial terms rather than geopolitical pressure, following international scrutiny regarding Russia's ongoing invasion of Ukraine.

Puri noted that India has successfully diversified its energy investments and sourcing, including partnerships in Saudi Arabia and the UAE.