India, heavily reliant on long-term LNG contracts with Qatar, faces a temporary cargo suspension, causing up to 40% supply cuts for industries and city gas distributors
The Ministry of External Affairs has set up a control room to assist Indians amid the West Asia crisis, following US strikes that killed Ali Khamenei. India is monitoring developments to safeguard citizens in the Gulf
With 25 days of crude and fuel stocks, plus strategic reserves and diversified imports, India is confident of maintaining supplies even if the West Asia crisis continues, a top oil ministry official said
The Centre has said it is prepared to evacuate Indians stranded in the Gulf amid rising tensions in West Asia. Several states have set up helplines and control rooms, while ministers assured families that efforts are underway to ensure safe return
