Current Context: The International Energy Agency (IEA) released the report titled "India Gas Market Report: Outlook to 2030" on February 12, 2025.
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- The report highlights that India's natural gas consumption is expected to increase by nearly 60% to 103 billion cubic meters (bcm) annually by 2030.
- It also projects that liquefied natural gas (LNG) imports will more than double to meet the growing demand.
- The report emphasizes the need for further market liberalization, strategic planning, and infrastructure expansion to ensure supply security and competitive pricing.
Question:
1. What key recommendation does the IEA report emphasize for India's gas sector?
a) Expanding coal-based power generation
b) Implementing market liberalization and infrastructure expansion
c) Reducing reliance on renewable energy
d) Increasing domestic oil exploration
Answer: b) The report highlights the need for further market liberalization, strategic planning, and infrastructure expansion to ensure supply security and competitive pricing.
