Actor-politician Kamal Haasan has urged Indians to conserve energy and prepare for difficult economic conditions amid the ongoing tensions involving the US, Iran and Israel. In a video shared on social media, the veteran actor spoke about the global impact of the West Asia conflict and explained why India must act responsibly during the crisis.

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Kamal began his message by expressing concern over the growing instability in the region. Referring to disruptions in global trade and fuel supply chains, he said, “Oil prices are rising, sea trade routes are blocked,” adding that the energy powering homes, industries and agriculture was becoming more expensive because of the conflict.