By Soniya:
India is planning a massive ₹40,000 crore subsea gas pipeline connecting Oman to Gujarat as part of its strategy to strengthen long-term energy security after disruptions caused by the Strait of Hormuz crisis in 2026.
The proposed deep-sea pipeline project is expected to directly connect Oman with India through the Arabian Sea, bypassing the strategically sensitive Strait of Hormuz route. The government has directed major public sector companies to prepare a detailed feasibility report for the ambitious infrastructure project.
The move comes after the 2026 Hormuz crisis exposed India’s vulnerability to global energy disruptions. Nearly 88% of India’s crude oil imports and a significant share of LNG supplies currently pass through the Strait of Hormuz. Temporary disruptions in the region earlier this year led to concerns over supply risks, shipping delays, and rising energy costs.
According to preliminary plans, the pipeline will stretch nearly 2,000 kilometres under the sea and could take around five to seven years to complete after formal approval. The project is expected to become operational between 2033 and 2035.
The pipeline will travel through deepwater routes exceeding 3,000 metres in depth, making it one of India’s most technically challenging energy infrastructure projects.
Key public sector companies involved in the planning process include GAIL, Engineers India Limited (EIL), and Indian Oil Corporation (IOC). GAIL is expected to play the lead role due to its extensive gas transmission network across India.
Experts believe the project could significantly improve India’s energy resilience, reduce dependence on vulnerable maritime chokepoints, and strengthen long-term natural gas supply security amid growing global geopolitical uncertainties.
