Author: Choen Krainara

India stands at a defining moment in its economic and energy transformation. As the world’s fastest-growing major economy and the third-largest energy consumer, India’s choices will significantly influence not only its own development pathway but also the future of Asia’s clean energy transition. The country faces a complex challenge: meeting the rising energy needs of more than 1.4 billion people, supporting industrial growth, expanding energy access, and maintaining economic competitiveness while reducing dependence on fossil fuels. Unlike many developed economies that are replacing existing energy systems, India must simultaneously expand energy capacity and transition towards cleaner sources. This challenge creates…