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Delhi:The Indian Armed Forces are exploring new ways to reduce fuel consumption amid the ongoing global energy crisis triggered by the Iran war. The focus is on cutting Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) usage and shifting towards alternative energy sources.
Officials said the Army is planning to procure biogas stoves in the short term to reduce dependence on LPG for cooking. In the coming months, there will also be a stronger push towards adopting solar and wind energy across military units.
To conserve fuel, the Army is considering limiting the movement of large administrative convoys to 400 km, while encouraging greater use of the railway network for longer distances.
Other measures under discussion include vehicle pooling, combining logistics tasks, and promoting the use of CNG or electric vehicles wherever possible. Officials clarified that these steps will not affect operational efficiency or combat readiness.
Currently, the Army consumes around 156,000 kg of cooking gas daily. Officials estimate that nearly 20% of this consumption — about 30,000 kg per day — could be saved by switching to biogas.
The Army operates over 200,000 vehicles for administration, training, and operational duties, leading to significant fuel consumption. Therefore, reducing fuel usage has become a key priority.
In addition to conservation efforts, the Armed Forces are also investing in green energy projects. NTPC has partnered with the Army to set up a solar-hydrogen microgrid in Chushul, Ladakh, ensuring a reliable power supply in remote areas.
