Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the Lok Sabha regarding the ongoing West Asia conflict, highlighting India's significant concerns due to strong trade ties, energy import dependence via the Strait of Hormuz, and the large Indian diaspora in the region. He assured the House that over 3.75 lakh Indians have been safely evacuated and detailed measures taken to ensure energy security and the well-being of citizens. The Prime Minister reiterated India's stance that dialogue and diplomacy are the only solutions to the conflict.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the Lok Sabha on March 23, 2026, outlining Indias response to the ongoing conflict in West Asia, which has persisted for over three weeks and is affecting global economic stability and human lives.
He emphasized Indias deep concerns due to its strong trade tie
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PM Modi highlighted India's concerns stemming from strong trade ties with the region, dependence on energy imports through the Strait of Hormuz, and the presence of nearly one crore Indians in Gulf countries.
Over 3.75 lakh Indians have been safely evacuated from the affected region so far, with robust consular support and emergency helplines in place.
The government has maintained steady supplies of petrol, diesel, and gas despite disruptions, diversified energy import sources, maintained strategic petroleum reserves, and promoted alternative fuels like ethanol blending and renewable energy.
India's stand is one of deep concern, advocating for de-escalation, opposing attacks on civilians and infrastructure, and stressing that dialogue and diplomacy are the only viable paths to resolution.
The government has ensured adequate foodgrain stocks, facilitated sowing, built emergency food arrangements, and ensured farmers receive urea at subsidised rates, while also increasing domestic fertilizer production and diversifying import sources.
All law-and-order agencies have been placed on alert, and security across coastal, border, cyber, and strategic installations is being reinforced to counter any attempts to exploit the situation.