Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 04:42pm on 23 Mar 2026,Monday India Global
Narendra Modi warned that the West Asia conflict could have “far-reaching” long-term consequences for India, calling the situation “worrisome.” He highlighted disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz, where attacks on commercial vessels have made navigation difficult, terming them “unacceptable.” With nearly 10 million Indians in the Gulf, safety remains a priority; over 75,000 have returned, including students from Iran. Modi said India is ensuring safe passage through diplomacy and monitoring supply chains. He noted impacts on oil, gas, and fertiliser supplies but stressed preparedness through diversified imports, strategic reserves, and ethanol blending, while urging dialogue as the only path forward. (PC: PTI)
