India criticized international energy disruptions driven by geopolitical sanctions and maritime chokepoints, warning that unilateral restrictions severely threaten energy security and economic stability in developing economies dependent on imported fuel. - **OPEC:** A permanent intergovernmental organization of oil-exporting developing nations that coordinates petroleum policies and production quotas to manage global oil markets and secure steady revenues for member states. - **Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas:** The central government department in India responsible for formulating policies and regulating the exploration, production, refining, distribution, and pricing of petroleum, natural gas, and petrochemicals. **Introduction** India criticized international energy disruptions driven by geopolitical sanctions and maritime chokepoints, warning that unilateral restrictions severely threaten energy security and economic stability in developing economies dependent on imported fuel. **Core Issue and Detailed Points** - India strongly criticized global energy disruptions caused by unilateral sanctions, geopolitical conflicts, and maritime chokepoints. - Highlighted how supply chain weaponization and economic restrictions adversely impact energy-importing developing nations like India. - Emphasized the need for predictable, stable, and diversified energy flows to secure domestic economic growth and energy security. - Stressed the vulnerability of critical maritime chokepoints and trade lanes to geopolitical tensions. **Key Statutory Bodies, Acts & Concepts** - **OPEC:** A permanent intergovernmental organization of oil-exporting developing nations that coordinates petroleum policies and production quotas to manage global oil markets and secure steady revenues for member states. - **Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas:** The central government department in India responsible for formulating policies and regulating the exploration, production, refining, distribution, and pricing of petroleum, natural gas, and petrochemicals.