Prime Minister Narendra Modi chaired a high-level meeting with Chief Ministers and Lieutenant Governors, emphasizing “Team India” collaboration to mitigate domestic impacts from the West Asia conflict. He explicitly ruled out lockdowns, directing states to maintain essential supplies of fuel, food, and gas while cracking down on hoarding and black marketing.
Review of National Preparedness
Joined by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh and Home Minister Amit Shah, Modi reviewed state-level readiness following the February 28 US-Israel strikes on Iran. Key directives included 24/7 control rooms, real-time supply monitoring, and coordinated evacuation of over 4 lakh Indian citizens from Gulf nations via special flights.
Economic and Supply Chain Focus
With 90% of LPG imports from West Asia disrupted by Hormuz blockades, the PM highlighted seven empowered inter-ministerial groups addressing short-, medium-, and long-term strategies for energy security, inflation control, and fertilizer availability. Strategic reserves provide 60+ days coverage, refineries run at 100% capacity.
Diplomatic and Resilience Push
Modi invoked COVID-era unity, stressing India’s strong economic fundamentals and diplomatic outreach to Iran, Israel, GCC states, and the US for de-escalation. States were tasked with public communication to counter panic and ensure minimal disruption to daily life.
