More ships will arrive through Hormuz, no fuel crisis in the country, says Centre

NEW DELHI: The central government said in an all-party meeting that there is no need for concern in the country despite the ongoing conflict in West Asia. It assured that there is no immediate crisis and that more ships are expected to arrive in India in the coming days. The meeting was chaired by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh.

Petroleum and Natural Gas Minister Hardeep Singh Puri explained that India has sufficient stock of crude oil, LPG, and other essential commodities, and there is no need to worry about energy security. He added that adequate imports have been arranged to ensure a smooth supply of LPG and fuel. He also pointed out that domestic gas production, which was at 28% at the beginning of the conflict, has now increased to 60%.

The minister described it as a diplomatic success that Indian ships managed to pass through the Strait of Hormuz, which has been under restrictions for many countries. Meanwhile, the Congress party criticised the Centre, saying it is embarrassing for the country that Pakistan is attempting to mediate in the West Asian conflict while India remains a spectator. In response, ministers stated that New Delhi is in contact with all concerned parties and that the government’s priority is the safety of Indians in the region as well as energy security. They also clarified that the presence of submarines near Sri Lanka does not pose a threat to India.