Petroleum regulatory updates India
India’s petroleum sector has seen several key regulatory updates in 2025 aimed at promoting transparency, attracting investment, and accelerating domestic production. These reforms reflect the government’s continued focus on energy security, ease of doing business, and environmental sustainability. Indian Petroplus closely monitors and reports on these changes to keep stakeholders informed.
A major update includes revisions to the Hydrocarbon Exploration and Licensing Policy (HELP). The Directorate General of Hydrocarbons (DGH) has simplified contract terms and introduced more flexibility in revenue-sharing mechanisms. These changes are designed to improve investor confidence and increase participation in upcoming exploration rounds, thereby expanding India’s upstream potential.
Another significant step is the streamlining of the environmental and forest clearances process for exploration and production (E&P) projects. Fast-track approvals and digital integration of clearance systems have helped reduce project delays. Indian Petroplus reports that companies now experience a shorter turnaround time, especially in high-priority basins like KG, Mumbai Offshore, and Assam-Arakan. The government has also made strides in natural gas pricing reforms. A more market-linked pricing formula has been adopted to incentivize production from challenging fields, including deepwater and high-pressure/high-temperature zones. This is expected to encourage exploration activity and reduce import dependency.
Additionally, new guidelines for refinery emissions and energy efficiency have been rolled out to align with India’s net-zero ambitions. Refineries are now required to adopt cleaner technologies and submit sustainability reports, marking a shift towards a greener regulatory environment. Indian Petroplus continues to provide detailed insights and updates on policy reforms, regulatory notifications, and compliance frameworks shaping the Indian petroleum landscape,Downstream Sector, Upstream Sector, Energy Governance, Indian Energy Sector, Oil And Gas Regulations, Energy Reforms India.
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