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PM Modi's Lok Sabha Address Puts "Full Stop" to Speculations on West Asia Crisis

Lok Janshakti Party MP Arun Bharti praised Prime Minister Narendra Modi's Lok Sabha address for putting a "full stop" to speculations regarding the West Asia conflict's impact on India. PM Modi acknowledged challenges to shipping in the Strait of Hormuz but detailed government efforts to ensure stable supplies of petrol, diesel, and LPG. He highlighted the prioritization of domestic LPG consumers and the increase in India's strategic petroleum reserves to over 5.3 million metric tons. The Prime Minister also noted the expansion of India's refinery capacity and its diversified import network, now sourcing from 41 countries.

Key Points: PM Modi's Lok Sabha Address on West Asia Conflict Impact

  • PM Modi addresses West Asia conflict impact
  • Details efforts to secure energy supplies
  • Highlights strategic petroleum reserves
  • Criticizes "war mongering" in Parliament
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"Put full stop to all speculations...": LJP(R) MP Arun Bharti on PM Modi's Lok Sabha address

PM Modi details India's energy security measures amid West Asia conflict, putting a "full stop" to speculations, says LJP MP Arun Bharti.

"The PM has put a full stop to all the speculations by giving a positive, detailed statement - Arun Bharti"

New Delhi, March 23

Lok Janshakti Party MP Arun Bharti on Monday praised Prime Minister Narendra Modi's statement in the Lok Sabha, saying that the positive and detailed statement has put a "full stop" to the speculations around the impact of the West Asia conflict on India.

"The PM has put a full stop to all the speculations by giving a positive, detailed statement on India's preparations to deal with this issue. He has clearly told all those war mongering or disturbing the Parliament that they should not always be looking for issues to raise in such a difficult time, but rather discuss the development strategies in the country," he said.

Earlier today, PM Modi acknowledged that the challenge to the movement of cargo ships through the Strait of Hormuz was one of the effects of the ongoing conflict, informing about the efforts made by the Indian government to ensure that petrol, diesel, and gas supplies were not impacted.

"A large quantity of crude oil, gas, fertilisers and many essential items comes to India through the Strait of Hormuz route. Since the war began, the movement of ships through the Strait of Hormuz has become very challenging. Despite this, our government has made efforts to ensure that the supply of petrol, diesel, and gas is not severely impacted," PM Modi said.

The PM said that the government has prioritised domestic LPG consumers amid the uncertainty in supply.

"As we all know, the country imports 60 per cent of its LPG requirement. Due to uncertainty in supply, the government has prioritised domestic LPG consumers. At the same time, domestic production of LPG is also being increased. Continuous efforts have also been made to ensure that the supply of petrol and diesel across the country remains smooth. LPG production in the country is also being increased," he added.

The PM informed about the steps taken by the government in the last 11 years to prioritise the storage of crude oil for times of such crises. He said that India has strategic petroleum reserves of more than 5.3 million metric tons.

PM Modi said, "India has strategic petroleum reserves of more than 5.3 million metric tons, and the country is working on arrangements for reserves of more than 6.5 million metric tons. In the past 11 years, there has also been a notable increase in our refinery capacity. The government is also in constant contact with suppliers from different countries. First, we used to import from 27 countries; now we do from 41 nations."

- ANI

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Priya S
While I appreciate the detailed statement, I hope the focus on domestic LPG supply translates to stable cylinder prices for the common family. The last price hike was quite steep. Actions matter more than words.
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Rohit P
This is forward thinking. Increasing refinery capacity and diversifying import sources from 27 to 41 countries shows real strategic planning. We need this kind of long-term vision to make India self-reliant, especially in energy.
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Sarah B
As someone living in India for work, it's impressive to see the government proactively managing a global crisis. The data on petroleum reserves is reassuring. Hope the smooth supply chain continues.
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Karthik V
The MP is right, the PM's statement should put an end to unnecessary panic. In these times, opposition should indeed focus on constructive discussion about development, not just politics. Well said.
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Meera T
Prioritising domestic LPG consumers is the correct step. So many households, especially in rural areas, depend on it for cooking. Increasing domestic production is the key for long-term security. Good move.

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