Indian PM Modi Calls West Asia Conflict an 'Unprecedented Challenge' for India

New Delhi. Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has stated that the ongoing war in West Asia is an unprecedented challenge for India. Addressing the lower house of the Indian Parliament, the Lok Sabha, on Monday, Prime Minister Modi mentioned that the current situation in West Asia is very worrying.  

He stated that this conflict, which has been going on for more than three weeks, has seriously affected the global economy and people's lives. Prime Minister Modi said, 'This war has added new and unexpected challenges for India in the economic, national security, and humanitarian sectors.' He also mentioned that this crisis has impacted the global supply system and the economy.  

Providing information about the safety of Indian citizens in the war-affected areas, Modi stated that Indian missions there are in constant 24-hour contact with tourists and local residents, providing assistance.

He also informed that 375,000 Indian citizens have returned safely to the country since the war began. The BBC Hindi report mentioned that the Indian government is closely monitoring the security and economic risks that may arise due to the conflict, he informed the house.