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The prime minister also said that the Union government was focusing into ensure that the public does not face any hardships amid LPG shortage due to the conflict in the Middle East region and closure of the Strait of Hormuz, PTI reported.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the Lok Sabha on Monday, March 23, and informed Parliament that 60 per cent of India's LPG is imported, adding that the government is giving priority to domestic use and increasing production amid supply disruptions caused by the West Asia conflict.
The prime minister also said that the Union government was focusing into ensure that the public does not face any hardships amid LPG shortage due to the conflict in the Middle East region and closure of the Strait of Hormuz, PTI reported.
Signalling that the government was taking necessary steps to cushion the impact on households dependent on LPG for cooking, PM Modi said, “60 per cent LPG imported in India; govt giving priority to domestic use, increasing production. It has been our focus to ensure that the public faces the least hardships."
“Since the war began, the movement of ships through the Strait of Hormuz has become very challenging. Despite this, our government has made efforts to ensure that the supply of petrol, diesel, and gas is not severely impacted. As we all know, the country imports 60% of its LPG requirement. Due to uncertainty in supply, the government has prioritised domestic LPG consumers. At the same time, domestic production of LPG is also being increased. Continuous efforts have also been made to ensure that the supply of petrol and diesel across the country remains smooth,” he said.
The prime minister also termed the prevailing situation in West Asia "worrisome" as it is having a very adverse impact on the global economy and the livelihoods of people.
Making a statement on the prevailing situation in West Asia in the Lok Sabha, Modi also said that the security of Indians has been the government's biggest priority in times of conflict, and the Centre is sensitive, vigilant and also ready to extend every assistance.
"The current situation in West Asia is worrisome. This crisis has been going on for more than three weeks, having a very adverse impact on the global economy and on people's lives. The entire world is urging all parties to resolve this crisis as quickly as possible," Modi said.
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