Puvvada said geopolitical conflicts and uncertainty in global energy markets make it increasingly important for India to strengthen domestic energy capabilities and reduce dependence on imports. "As a country, we are surrounded by all of these geopolitical conflicts, and that is why it becomes very important that we build the whole element of energy security and energy sovereignty," he said. Puvvada said government policies related to biofuels are relevant to India's efforts to strengthen energy security and self-sufficiency. He also stressed the importance of directing capital towards technologies that can strengthen India's domestic energy capabilities rather than increasing import dependence. He said India needs to evaluate solutions and technologies from the perspective of national interest and its long-term development goals.