NEW DELHI, INDIA – Prime Minister Narendra Modi today led a high-level meeting of the Cabinet Committee on Security (CCS) to assess the evolving West Asia conflict and India’s comprehensive response strategy.
Cabinet Secretary Rajiv Gauba presented an in-depth overview of the global fallout, highlighting measures already implemented and planned across key sectors including agriculture, fertilizers, food security, petroleum, power, MSMEs, exports, shipping, trade, finance, and supply chains. Officials evaluated short-, medium-, and long-term economic ripple effects on India, alongside the broader macroeconomic landscape, and brainstormed immediate and sustained countermeasures.
A thorough review confirmed robust stockpiles ensuring no disruptions in essential supplies for citizens. Fertilizer reserves, bolstered by recent initiatives, will meet Kharif season demands for farmers, with alternative sourcing options under active consideration. Coal inventories at power plants guarantee uninterrupted electricity, while diversification efforts target imports for chemicals, pharmaceuticals, petrochemicals, and other industries. New export markets for Indian products are also in the pipeline.
To streamline action, PM Modi directed the formation of a dedicated group of ministers and secretaries for a “whole-of-government” effort, complemented by sectoral teams engaging stakeholders. He stressed seamless coordination with state governments to curb hoarding and black-marketing of vital commodities.
“The conflict affects the world in varied ways, but our priority remains shielding citizens from its blows,” Modi emphasized, urging unified governmental action for minimal public inconvenience. Several ministry-proposed initiatives will roll out soon following stakeholder consultations, signaling India’s proactive stance amid global tensions.