Amid rising concerns over West Asia’s brewing storm, Indian authorities have rolled out reassuring updates: fuel and LPG supplies are steady, with robust stockpiles and smooth logistics. The MEA’s weekly presser painted a picture of vigilant diplomacy intertwined with domestic preparedness.
Spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal reiterated India’s plea for calm in the conflict zone. ‘We’ve been advocating de-escalation and uninterrupted energy flows since day one,’ he said, stressing protection for civilian assets. High-level talks with GCC nations, Iran, US, and Israel are ongoing, bolstered by PM Modi’s direct interventions and EAM Jaishankar’s outreach.
Maritime safety is a priority. Over the past day, 30 Indian crew members reached safety, totaling 253 evacuations. Major ports fast-tracked six LPG carriers, while DG Shipping’s 24/7 center fielded 2,500 calls and 5,000 emails in 15 days—all resolved.
In the Gulf, Indian vessels Shivalik and Nanda Devi cleared the Hormuz Strait unscathed Saturday morning, en route to India. Petroleum officials echoed the stability theme. Joint Secretary Sujata Sharma detailed full refinery output, no retail shortages, and vigilant state oversight.
Domestic refining covers petrol-diesel needs, minimizing import risks. LPG scenario remains controlled despite a booking spike to 88 lakh—purely panic-driven. ‘Book responsibly; deliveries continue uninterrupted,’ Sharma advised, enforcing refill intervals and digital platforms to ease pressure.
This multi-ministry coordination showcases India’s resilience, turning potential vulnerabilities into strengths while pushing for peaceful resolutions in West Asia.