Randhir Jaiswal, MEA spokesperson on energy assistance to neighboring countries, says, “…India is a major exporter of refined petroleum products, especially in our neighbourhood. We have received a request for supply of diesel from the Bangladesh government, which is being examined…It is important to mention that diesel exports to Bangladesh have continued largely since 2017, but while taking decisions, India’s refining capacity, our own needs and The availability of diesel will be taken into account. We have also received such requests from many other countries including Sri Lanka and Maldives and these are being examined keeping in mind our own energy needs and the availability we have.”
