Meeting of Group of Ministers to Address West Asia Crisis, Chaired by Rajnath Singh

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Himanshu Tiwari

Meeting of Group of Ministers to Address West Asia Crisis, Chaired by Rajnath Singh

New Delhi, April 18: The government will convene a meeting of the Group of Ministers (GoM) today to discuss the ongoing crisis in West Asia. Scheduled for 4 PM, the meeting will be chaired by Defense Minister Rajnath Singh. Key topics include the review of LPG supply, petrol, diesel, and fertilizers amidst the current geopolitical tensions.

Previously, on April 8, the third meeting of the GoM was held under the leadership of Rajnath Singh. It saw the participation of several senior ministers, including Health Minister JP Nadda, Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan, External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar, Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw, and Petroleum Minister Hardeep Singh Puri.

During the last meeting, the Defense Minister emphasized the government’s commitment to ensuring the availability of essential goods within the country. He stated that maintaining a steady supply of cooking gas (LPG), petrol, diesel, and fertilizers for farmers is a top priority.

Additionally, effective measures are being implemented nationwide to ensure the smooth supply of essential goods, preventing any inconvenience to the public. The government is also strengthening its preparations to tackle potential crises.

Given the current global circumstances, continuous monitoring and timely decision-making are crucial. The role of the central government, under the Prime Minister’s leadership, was highlighted during discussions. The government is actively working to shield citizens from the impacts of international conflicts through coordinated efforts at all levels.

Earlier, on April 2, the second meeting of this group was held at Krity Bhawan-2 in New Delhi, where in-depth discussions on the situation in West Asia took place, and strategies were developed to mitigate potential threats.

The Defense Minister reiterated the need for India to be prepared for all scenarios, advocating for 24-hour monitoring and a balanced, thoughtful response. The second meeting also stressed that the government must take all necessary steps to prevent any negative impact on the country’s economy, energy security, and food supply, while enhancing coordination among various ministries and agencies.

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