PM Narendra Modi to interact with CMs on West Asia conflict tomorrow

March 26, 2026

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will interact with the Chief Ministers of states and Union Territories via video conferencing on Friday evening. During this meeting, the evolving situation in West Asia will be reviewed, and its potential impact on India—particularly regarding issues related to Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) and oil supplies—will be assessed.

The meeting will focus on preparedness, covering issues such as supply chains, energy security, and the safety of Indian citizens residing abroad. During the meeting, the Prime Minister is likely to emphasize the importance of a collective response—guided by the spirit of ‘Team India’—to ensure continued coordination between the Centre and the states.

The meeting may also include discussions on measures to maintain domestic stability amidst global uncertainties. States where elections are currently underway will not participate in this meeting due to the Model Code of Conduct being in force.

Instead, separate meetings will be held with their respective Chief Secretaries—facilitated through the Cabinet Secretariat—to ensure that planning and response processes continue uninterrupted.

This meeting is considered particularly significant as India is currently facing a shortage of LPG. This situation is impacting the supply of this essential fuel used in households. Iran has closed the Strait of Hormuz to most nations; however, India has been exempted from this restriction. Despite this, concerns persist that the situation could become more challenging in the near future.

India Has 60 Days’ Worth of Fuel: Government
Earlier today, the government reassured citizens that, despite rising tensions in West Asia, there is no immediate threat. The government stated that the country currently possesses a fuel reserve sufficient for 60 days. Citizens were urged to disregard speculations regarding potential fuel shortages. The government affirmed that the nation’s energy supply remains stable and well-managed, with adequate reserves available to meet current demand.