Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday, January 28th, 2026,  said that India will play a decisive role in shaping the global energy demand-supply balance, as he interacted with chief executive officers of leading global and Indian energy companies during India Energy Week (IEW) 2026. The interaction was held at Lok Kalyan Marg, where global energy leaders expressed strong confidence in India’s economic growth and showed keen interest in expanding their business footprint in the country.

Addressing the roundtable, the Prime Minister said such engagements have become a vital platform for strengthening coordination between the government and industry. He noted that direct feedback from global leaders helps refine policies, address sector-specific challenges, and reinforce India’s position as an attractive investment destination.

Highlighting India’s economic progress, Prime Minister Modi said the country is rapidly moving towards becoming the world’s third-largest economy and will play a crucial role in the global energy ecosystem. He underlined major investment opportunities, citing an estimated USD 100 billion potential in exploration and production, supported by investor-friendly reforms. He also pointed to a USD 30 billion opportunity in the compressed bio-gas segment.

The Prime Minister further highlighted prospects across the energy value chain, including gas-based infrastructure, refinery-petrochemical integration, and growth in maritime and shipbuilding sectors. CEOs praised India’s policy stability and reform momentum, reaffirming strong interest in long-term investments.