·India is now better equipped to manage extreme energy demand shocks.
·Businesses are advised to decrease dependence on single energy sources and prioritize long-term resilience.
·Strategic reorientation is necessary due to global supply chain disruptions, with infrastructure expansion and renewable energy driving economic strength.
Crude oil prices are set to remain high due to the Middle East crisis. This will affect India's economy, lowering GDP growth in FY27. Inflation is also expected to rise significantly. Weather disruptions and fertilizer costs could further impact food prices. India's reliance on imported oil makes it particularly vulnerable to these global events.