Prime Minister Narendra Modi chaired a high-level meeting in New Delhi on Sunday to assess India’s preparedness in the petroleum, gas, power, and fertilizer sectors amid the ongoing conflict in West Asia. The review focused on ensuring uninterrupted supply, stable logistics, and efficient distribution of essential resources across the country.
The meeting was attended by key ministers, including Home Minister Amit Shah, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, Health Minister JP Nadda, External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar, Petroleum Minister Hardeep Singh Puri, and Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman. Discussions centred on safeguarding India’s energy security while maintaining adequate supply levels despite global disruptions.
The government stated that it is taking proactive measures to manage the situation and protect both consumers and industries from potential shortages or price shocks. As part of immediate steps, allocation of commercial LPG has been increased for states, with priority given to critical sectors such as hospitals and educational institutions. States have also been advised to expand access to piped natural gas (PNG) connections for domestic and commercial users.
To prevent misuse and artificial shortages, authorities have intensified raids across states and Union Territories to curb hoarding and black marketing of LPG. Officials confirmed that port operations across the country remain smooth, with no congestion reported.
In a move to strengthen supplies, a shipment of liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) from Texas in the United States recently arrived at the New Mangaluru Port. Additionally, the Shipping Ministry had earlier announced a waiver of cargo-related charges for crude oil and LPG imports for a limited period to ease logistical costs.
During an inter-ministerial briefing, officials reported that all Indian vessels and crew in the Persian Gulf region are safe, with no maritime incidents recorded in the past 24 hours. Authorities continue to closely monitor developments in the region.
The review comes at a time when the West Asia conflict has entered its fourth week, significantly affecting trade routes, particularly through the Strait of Hormuz—a critical passage for global energy supplies. Rising tensions, including military actions involving the United States, Israel, and Iran, have disrupted shipping and impacted international energy markets.
As a result, industrial diesel prices have surged by around 25 percent, reflecting the broader economic impact of the crisis. The government reiterated that it is closely tracking the evolving situation and remains committed to ensuring energy stability and the safety of Indian nationals abroad.
