Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed a public meeting in Tiruchi on March 11, 2026, stating that India will successfully navigate the energy crisis triggered by the West Asia conflict, just as it did the COVID-19 pandemic. He urged citizens to remain calm and ignore rumours. Modi emphasized the India-first ideology, assuring that the government will protect Indian interests.
On March 11, 2026, Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed a public meeting in Tiruchi, focusing on the LPG crisis amid the West Asia conflict. He stated, “The West Asia conflict has affected the energy supply chain of the whole world. We believe in the ideology of India-first. You have seen how our government protects the interests of Indians above everything in any situation. Our efforts will be the same this time too.”
Modi drew parallels to the COVID-19 pandemic, noting how 140 crore Indians demonstrated maturity and unity to the world. He urged people not to panic or heed rumours, emphasizing the spread of verified information. “There is no need to panic or pay attention to rumours. Let us spread only correct and verified information,” the Prime Minister said. “Similarly, I am confident that as a nation we will navigate every situation successfully,” Mr. Modi asserted.
The remarks come in the context of the Iran-Israel war impacting LPG supplies, during an NDA rally where Modi stressed national unity. According to the source, the government is committed to safeguarding Indian interests in the energy sector, though specific measures were not detailed.
