The Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas (MOP&NG) in India plays a vital role in overseeing everything related to oil and gas, from exploration to distribution and conservation. Leading this ministry is Cabinet Minister Hardeep Singh Puri, with M. M. Kutty serving as the Secretary. Dharmedndra Pradhan, who served as minister from May 26, 2014, to July 7, 2021, holds the record for the longest tenure in this position to date, contributing significantly to the sector’s development and management.