Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday (March 24, 2026) said the government is trying to procure gas and crude oil from all available sources, and efforts will continue in the coming days as the war in West Asia has created a serious energy crisis globally.
Impact of West Asia war likely to be felt for long time, PM tells Lok Sabha
In a statement in the Rajya Sabha, PM Modi said the war in West Asia is a cause of concern, and India wants peace in the region through dialogue and diplomacy.
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India's aim is de-escalation of the war and opening of Strait of Hormuz, he said, adding the country's attempt is to encourage all sections to peacefully resolve all issues.
