New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi chaired a meeting of the Cabinet Committee on Security to assess the potential impact of the ongoing conflict involving Iran and to review measures aimed at protecting citizens and maintaining economic stability.
During the meeting, the committee conducted a detailed review of the availability of essential commodities, including food supplies, fuel and energy resources. The Prime Minister emphasised that the conflict remains an evolving global situation and highlighted the importance of taking proactive steps to shield citizens from any adverse consequences.
Officials examined both immediate and long term strategies to ensure the uninterrupted supply of critical resources. To strengthen energy security, the government decided to maintain adequate coal reserves at power plants across the country to avoid any electricity shortages. Discussions also focused on diversifying import sources for petrochemicals, chemicals and pharmaceutical inputs in order to reduce dependence on limited supply chains.
Ensuring food security was another key priority during the meeting. Plans to build sufficient reserves of fertilisers were reviewed so that farmers continue to receive steady supplies during the upcoming agricultural cycles. The committee also explored the possibility of identifying alternative fertiliser sources to maintain stability in the sector.
The meeting included a comprehensive presentation on the global situation and its possible economic effects on India. Various sectors were examined, including agriculture, fertilisers, petroleum, power generation, shipping, trade, finance, supply chains, exporters and micro, small and medium enterprises.
The committee also discussed expanding export opportunities for Indian goods by identifying new international markets. This strategy is expected to help mitigate disruptions in existing trade routes while supporting domestic industries.
The Prime Minister directed officials to establish a coordinated group of ministers and senior government secretaries to closely monitor developments and respond quickly to emerging challenges linked to the conflict.
Members of the security committee present at the meeting included Rajnath Singh, Amit Shah, Nirmala Sitharaman and S Jaishankar.
