Key facts
- India's first greenfield refinery-petrochemical hub launched in Rajasthan
- PM Modi inaugurated new Jodhpur Airport terminal
- India sourced energy from over 40 countries to avert fuel crisis, says Modi
- Modi said attempts were made to mislead people on energy security
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday inaugurated India's first greenfield refinery and petrochemical hub in Rajasthan, a project that represents a significant step forward in the country's domestic energy production capacity. The launch was accompanied by the inauguration of Jodhpur Airport's new terminal, as Modi undertook a major infrastructure push in the state.
Addressing the gathering, Modi said India had successfully navigated one of its biggest energy crises with little burden placed on citizens, crediting the government's strategy of sourcing energy from over 40 countries. He pushed back at critics, saying attempts had been made to mislead people about the government's handling of the energy situation — remarks widely read as a response to opposition attacks on the administration's energy and fuel pricing policies.
The greenfield refinery is a significant addition to India's refining capacity and is expected to strengthen the petrochemical supply chain domestically, reducing dependence on imported refined products and chemicals. It is positioned as a hub that will serve both industrial and consumer energy needs in the region.
The Rajasthan visit was part of a broader series of infrastructure launches by the Prime Minister, with the evening news cycle also noting that the ruling BJP government was pressing ahead with major infra projects across the state. The projects are expected to generate employment and support the state's economic development agenda.