Narendra Modi says India ‘resolutely facing’ energy challenges amid West Asia tensions

New Delhi — Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday said India is “resolutely facing” the global energy challenges triggered by the conflict in West Asia, crediting the country’s foreign policy and international partnerships for helping manage the situation.

Speaking during the 132nd episode of his monthly radio programme Mann Ki Baat, the Prime Minister noted that ongoing conflicts in different parts of the world have complicated global recovery after the Covid-19 pandemic.

He highlighted that the current conflict in West Asia has led to a worldwide gas crisis and warned that shortages of petrol and diesel are emerging globally. Despite this, he said India has been able to handle the situation due to strong global relations and capabilities built over the past decade.

Modi also thanked countries in the Gulf region for ensuring the safety of Indians living there. He noted that more than one crore Indians reside and work in Gulf nations, and acknowledged the assistance provided to them during the ongoing tensions. 

Calling the situation challenging, the Prime Minister urged citizens not to politicise the issue. He said the energy crisis affects the interests of all 140 crore Indians and stressed that unity is essential to overcome it.

He also cautioned people against believing rumours and advised them to rely only on verified information from the government. “The government is continuously providing information — trust that and take steps accordingly,” he said.

Expressing confidence, Modi said India has overcome crises in the past through collective effort and will successfully navigate the current challenges as well. 
 

With inputs from IANS