Prime Minister Narendra Modi chaired a crucial high-level meeting to review India’s preparedness amid the ongoing global energy crisis and potential disruptions in international supply chains triggered by rising tensions in the Middle East.
The marathon meeting, which lasted nearly three and a half hours at the Prime Minister’s residence, was attended by Home Minister Amit Shah, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, National Security Advisor Ajit Doval, along with several senior ministers and top officials.
During the meeting, the Prime Minister was briefed on the availability and supply status of essential energy commodities, including LPG cylinders, petrol, diesel, and kerosene. Modi issued clear directions that essential services and public needs must not be affected under any circumstances despite global instability caused by the Israel–US–Iran conflict.
Key Strategic Decisions
Ensuring Supply Stability:
The Prime Minister directed the Petroleum and Fertiliser Ministries to maintain adequate buffer stocks of oil, gas, and fertilisers to shield India from international market disruptions.
Security and Logistics Review:
NSA Ajit Doval presented a detailed briefing on maritime security concerns in the Strait of Hormuz and the Red Sea. The Prime Minister emphasized exploring alternative shipping routes and strengthening diplomatic coordination to safeguard supply lines.
Relief for Citizens:
The government reiterated its commitment to adopting economic measures to ensure that fluctuations in global fuel prices do not directly burden common citizens.
Officials also reviewed logistics and security arrangements to guarantee uninterrupted imports of energy resources and fertilisers. Ministries provided real-time updates as the government closely monitored evolving geopolitical developments.
The ongoing conflict, which began on February 28, has now entered its third week. Iran’s control over the Strait of Hormuz and restrictions on shipping movement have disrupted global trade routes. Since India imports a significant portion of its energy requirements from Gulf nations, any blockade of this strategic maritime passage poses serious economic and strategic challenges for the country.
The Centre has assured continuous monitoring and proactive measures to maintain supply stability and economic resilience amid global uncertainty.
