This chapter provides a comprehensive review of the current cooking energy landscape in India and the challenges encountered by policymakers in achieving universal access to clean cooking solutions. It underscores the significant health risks posed by indoor air pollution resulting from the continued exposure to traditional solid fuels. The chapter reviews various clean cooking technologies available in the Indian context and critically analyzes the hindrances to their widespread and sustainable adoption. These barriers comprise of issues related to affordability, the reliability of fuel supply chains, cultural preferences, limited user awareness, and insufficient technical support. The chapter also examines key initiatives and programs launched by the government and other stakeholders aimed at promoting clean cooking solutions. It proposes actionable strategies to overcome the economic and social barriers impeding the transition, emphasizing the need for targeted subsidies, financing mechanisms, and localized interventions tailored to regional and cultural contexts. Furthermore, it highlights the importance of coordination among multiple stakeholders like government bodies, private sector actors, civil society, and communities for ensuring a holistic and sustainable transition to clean cooking energy for all.