Prime Minister Narendra Modi says India will keep expanding its crude oil refining capacity to strengthen supply chain security. In comments reported by Mint and Bloomberg, Modi frames the plan against a backdrop of refinery closures in parts of the West, where several processing units have been shut down in recent years. He indicates that India’s approach is to add new refining units rather than rely solely on existing capacity, aiming to ensure steadier access to refined products for domestic demand and broader logistics needs. The reports present the statement as part of India’s ongoing energy and industrial strategy, emphasizing continuity in building refineries. Both sources attribute the same core message to Modi: India will continue investing in additional crude oil refining capacity to maintain supply reliability even as other regions reduce refining footprints. No additional figures, timelines, or specific refinery projects are provided in the excerpts summarized here.