The All Party Meeting was convened in Parliament House, New Delhi, to address the escalating tensions in West Asia, which have disrupted critical maritime corridors and raised concerns about the safety of Indian nationals in Gulf nations. Defence Minister Rajnath Singh chaired the meeting, attended by Home Minister Amit Shah and External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar, along with leaders from various opposition parties.
The meeting lasted for 1 hour and 45 minutes, during which the government assured that there is enough energy security in the country. Four ships are expected to dock in the next 4-5 days, further stabilizing supply chains affected by the ongoing conflict.
More than 375,000 Indians have been brought back since the conflict began, highlighting the government’s commitment to ensuring the safety of its citizens abroad. Kiren Rijiju, a prominent opposition leader, stated, “All the opposition colleagues have said that in this hour of crisis, whatever decision the government takes, whatever steps it takes according to the prevailing situation, everyone will support it unitedly.”
The External Affairs Minister conveyed that the Prime Minister’s message to the US President was clear: “The war should end, because it is hurting everybody.” This statement underscores India’s position on the conflict and its implications for global peace.
Government officials emphasized that they are ‘on top of geopolitics’ and assured the public that there is ‘nothing to worry’ about energy supplies. The establishment of seven empowered groups to develop strategies on fuel, supply chains, and fertilizers was also announced, indicating a proactive approach to the crisis.
As the situation in West Asia continues to evolve, observers are keenly watching how the government’s strategies will unfold in the coming days. The commitment to open discussions with the Opposition suggests a unified front in addressing this critical issue.
Details remain unconfirmed regarding the full implications of the meeting’s outcomes, but the urgency of the situation has prompted swift action from all parties involved.
