With energy prices rising, Prime Minister Narendra Modi has urged Indians to embrace voluntary austerity to protect the economy from the fallout of the war in Iran. But residents say they are already at their limit.

PM Modi urges citizens to conserve fuel, limit gold purchases, and embrace remote work amid the West Asia crisis.

The prime minister's comments show how India's foreign exchange reserves are coming under pressure as a result of higher energy prices

Officials in PMO and finance ministry have held discussions with RBI on measures to limit damage from soaring oil prices.

India is particularly exposed to the Iran oil shock as 50% of its crude oil imports pass through the Strait of Hormuz.

The austerity measures are aimed at dealing with oil and gas shortages and conserving foreign exchange.

State leaders implement austerity measures, reducing convoy sizes and promoting public transport in response to PM Modi's appeal for resource efficiency.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has launched a major austerity drive, leading by example by directing the SPG to cut the size of his official convoy by at least 50% amid concerns…

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has called on his cabinet colleagues to reduce unnecessary spending. This includes cutting down on petrol use and limiting foreign trips. The Prime…

India's PM Narendra Modi cuts his official motorcade by 50% and urges citizens to pause gold buying as the nation grapples with energy crisis pressures.

With energy prices rising, Prime Minister Narendra Modi has urged Indians to embrace voluntary austerity to protect the economy from the fallout of the war in Iran. But residents…

India is taking urgent steps to protect its economy. Fuel prices have risen. Gold imports are restricted. Local government staff in Delhi are working from home to save fuel. Sugar…

Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s address to the nation on 10 May 2026 was an appeal to citizens to help protect the rupee by conserving foreign exchange.

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Prime Minister Modi advocates austerity with seven suggestions aimed at reducing imports and stabilizing India's economy amid global crises.