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India fast tracks Oman to Gujarat subsea gas pipeline to blunt Hormuz chokepoint risks

India
Published on 14 May 2026
India fast tracks Oman to Gujarat subsea gas pipeline to blunt Hormuz chokepoint risks

A new deep sea route could bypass Hormuz-linked shocks

India is fast-tracking a deep-sea gas pipeline linking Oman to Gujarat, aiming to secure steadier supplies and cut dependence on volatile LNG markets. The roughly ₹40,000 crore project is expected to take 5 to 7 years and is designed to reduce India’s exposure to maritime choke points, including risks highlighted by disruptions around the Hormuz Strait.

  • India plans a ₹40,000 crore Oman to Gujarat subsea gas pipeline
  • The project targets stable gas supply and lower LNG market reliance
  • Construction is expected to take 5 to 7 years
  • It is meant to mitigate risks from key maritime choke points
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