29th Energy Technology Meet Inaugurated in Goa,Highlights Innovation and India’s Energy Security Priorities

The 29th Energy Technology Meet was inaugurated in Goa by the Union Minister of Petroleum and Natural Gas. Organised by the Centre for High Technology and co-hosted by Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited, the three-day event is themed “Accelerating Energy Innovation: From Research to Commercialisation.” Discussions centered on India’s energy security, affordability, transition, and LPG supply diversification. Key government initiatives highlighted include GOBARdhan (the National Circular Bioenergy Scheme) with an outlay of Rs. 23,731 crore for FY 2026–27 to FY 2035–36, and Samudra Manthan (the National Offshore Exploration Scheme) with an approved outlay of Rs. 84,084 crore up to FY 2030–31. The event also featured technology exhibitions, an R&D Conclave on Net Zero refineries, and awards recognising advancements and start-ups in the energy sector.