Published: 26 January 2026PIBEconomy
India Energy Week 2026 Opens in Goa (Jan 27-30); 700+ Exhibitors, 75,000+ Attendees
India Energy Week (IEW) 2026, in its 4th edition, opened at the ONGC Advanced Training Institute in Goa on January 27. The four-day event (January 27-30), held under the patronage of the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas, featured 700+ exhibitors, 75,000+ attendees, 550+ speakers, 120+ sessions, and 12+ international pavilions, with participants from 120+ countries.
IEW 2026 focused on strengthening energy security, catalysing investment, and advancing decarbonisation pathways across oil & gas, renewables, hydrogen, biofuels, electrification, digitalisation, and AI. Union Minister Hardeep Singh Puri highlighted India's energy transition as a global template, with India being the third-largest energy consumer and fastest-growing major energy market.
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Q: Examine India Energy Week 2026 as a platform for India's energy-transition diplomacy, referencing its scale, sectoral coverage and positioning within global energy-security debates.
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The fourth IEW opened on 27 January 2026 at ONGC Advanced Training Institute, Goa, running 27-30 January with 700 exhibitors, 75,000 attendees, 550 speakers, 120 sessions and 12 international pavilions drawing 120 countries. Hardeep Singh Puri highlighted India—the third-largest energy consumer and fastest-growing major market—driving the decarbonisation template.
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Frequently asked questions
What is India Energy Week 2026 and where was it held?
**India Energy Week 2026** opened in **Goa from January 27-30, 2026**, with over **700+ exhibitors and 75,000+ attendees** — making it one of Asia's largest energy sector events. Organized by the **Federation of Indian Petroleum Industry (FIPI)** under the patronage of the **Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas**, the event showcased India's energy transition — from conventional oil and gas to **green hydrogen, solar, wind, LNG, and offshore energy** — positioning India as a global energy powerhouse.
What are the key themes of India Energy Week 2026 in Goa?
**India Energy Week 2026** focused on: (1) **Energy transition** — India's path to Net Zero 2070; (2) **Green hydrogen** — production, storage, and export potential; (3) **Offshore energy** — deepwater oil and gas, offshore wind; (4) **LNG (Liquefied Natural Gas)** — as transition fuel and cleaner alternative; (5) **Carbon capture and storage (CCS)**; (6) **Digital transformation** in energy sector; and (7) **Critical minerals** for energy transition (lithium, cobalt, rare earths). PM Modi virtually addressed the event, highlighting India's energy security ambitions.
What is India's energy consumption profile and how is it transitioning?
India is the **world's third-largest energy consumer** after USA and China. Energy profile: **coal** provides 55%+ of electricity, **petroleum and LNG** for transport and cooking, and **renewables** now 22%+ of electricity capacity. The transition path: **500 GW renewable capacity by 2030**, green hydrogen at scale, **energy efficiency** (PAT scheme), **electric mobility**, and **coal phase-down** (not phase-out) in power sector. India imports **80%+ of crude oil** — making energy security and diversification critical national priorities.
What is India's green hydrogen ambition and how does India Energy Week promote it?
India's **National Green Hydrogen Mission** (approved January 2023, ₹19,744 crore) targets: **5 million metric tonnes (MMT) green hydrogen production per year by 2030**, 125 GW of renewable energy for hydrogen production, ₹8 lakh crore in investments, and 6 lakh new jobs. India Energy Week 2026 showcased **electrolyzer technology**, export corridor development (India to Middle East via **IMEC**), green ammonia for fertilizers, and green hydrogen for steel decarbonization — sectors where India aims to become a **global green hydrogen exporter**.
Why is Goa selected for India Energy Week and what does it signal?
**Goa** was selected for **India Energy Week 2026** as it is the gateway to **western offshore oil blocks** — the Mumbai offshore basin (ONGC's primary producing area) and the **Konkan coast** with offshore wind potential. Goa has strong **tourism infrastructure** for handling large international events and is strategically located for **Middle Eastern and European energy investors**. The 2024 edition was held in Goa, while the 2025 edition was held in New Delhi. Hosting the event signals India's intent to position itself as an **international energy hub** connecting Asian demand with global supply.
