PM Modi Urges Indians to Cut Petrol, Diesel Use Amid Middle East War Disruptions
Prime Minister Narendra Modi called on Indians to reduce petrol and diesel consumption due to supply disruptions caused by the Middle East war. He emphasized energy security and the need to save foreign currency spent on fuel imports. India has not raised domestic fuel prices but increased LPG costs following supply chain issues.
Where Sources Diverge
The 'times-of-india' article mentions infrastructure projects worth Rs 9,400 crore in Telangana, while the 'dawn' article does not specify the location of these projects.
Several infrastructure projects worth around Rs 9,400 crore were inaugurated in Telangana.
Modi also urged people to resume energy-saving schemes that were in place during the Covid-19 pandemic.
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi is asking Indians to make a series of changes in their consumption habits to help the country withstand the global economic upheaval from the Iran war. DW has the latest.
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday urged the people of to cut down on petrol and diesel consumption amid supply disruptions due to the Middle East war. India is one of the few countries in the region that has not increased the prices of petrol and diesel for domestic consumers or rationed supplies. But it has increased prices of liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) — a primary cooking fuel in this country — after disruptions following the US-Israeli strikes on Iran, which led to Iran’s near-total blockade of the strategic Strait of Hormuz. “We have to reduce our use of petrol and diesel. In cities with metro lines, we should try to travel by metro … If we must use a car, then we should try to car pool,” he said, addressing a gathering in southern Telangana state. He added that restrictions on use were also necessary to save foreign currency spent on fuel imports. “We must also place a strong emphasis on saving foreign exchange, as petrol and diesel have become so expensive globally.” Modi also urged people to resume energy-saving schemes that were in place during the Covid-19 pandemic. “We should prioritise work from home, online conferences, and virtual meetings again,” he said.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi called for careful use of petrol, diesel, and gas. He stated that reducing reliance on imported fuel will help India manage the ongoing war's effects. The Prime Minister also highlighted India's focus on energy security and investments in solar power. Several infrastructure projects worth around Rs 9,400 crore were inaugurated in Telangana.