Maharashtra CM urges citizens to follow PM Modi's call for responsible fuel use amid West Asia crisis

Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Sunday urged citizens to follow Prime Minister Narendra Modirsquos call for responsible consumption of fuel and essential resources amid rising global tensions and disruptions in energy supplies caused by the ongoing conflict in West Asia reported ANISpeaking to reporters in Nagpur Fadnavis said the ongoing war involving the United States Israel and Iran has significantly affected global oil and gas markets leading to shortages and rising prices in several neighbouring countries reported ANIHe said that although India has so far managed to maintain stable fuel supplies irresponsible consumption and wastage could eventually create challenges for the country as wellGlobal Conflict Affecting Oil And Gas Supply ChainsReferring to the impact of the international conflict Fadnavis said several countries are already facing fuel scarcity and higher energy costs due to disruptions in global supply chains reported ANIldquoDue to the war between America Israel and Iran there is a shortage of oil and gas in the world Neighbouring countries are facing scarcity and prices have increasedrdquo Fadnavis said reported ANIHe credited the Central government for ensuring that Indiarsquos fuel supply has not been significantly disrupted despite volatile global conditionsldquoPrime Minister Narendra Modi has ensured that our supply is not affected on a large scale We are getting all the oil and gas but if we do not understand this difficulty and do not use it properly we too will have to face scarcityrdquo he added reported ANIThe Chief Minister appealed to citizens across the country to act responsibly and adopt mindful consumption habits in line with the Prime Ministerrsquos messagePM Modi Calls For Reducing Dependence On ImportsEarlier on Sunday Prime Minister Modi while addressing a gathering in Secunderabad stressed the importance of reducing Indiarsquos dependence on imports and promoting sustainable consumption practices to strengthen economic resilience reported ANIThe Prime Minister highlighted that India spends a large amount of foreign exchange on importing edible oils and fuel and said reducing unnecessary consumption would benefit both the economy and public healthldquoThe same is true for edible oil We have to spend foreign currency on its import If every household reduces the use of edible oil it is a huge contribution to patriotismrdquo PM Modi saidHe described responsible consumption and conservation as a modern form of patriotism that could help protect the countryrsquos economic interests during periods of global instability reported ANIPM Modi Promotes Sustainable Farming And TransportThe Prime Minister also urged farmers to gradually reduce dependence on chemical fertilisers and adopt natural farming methods to reduce import dependence and protect the environment reported ANIIn addition PM Modi encouraged citizens to use public transport adopt carpooling practices and increase the use of railway transportation for goods movement to reduce fuel consumptionHe also emphasised the importance of promoting electric vehicles as part of Indiarsquos longterm strategy to reduce dependence on imported petroleum productsAccording to PM Modi changing daily consumption habits and adopting sustainable practices can play a significant role in strengthening Indiarsquos economic stability and energy security reported ANIConcerns Grow Over Impact Of West Asia ConflictThe remarks from both PM Modi and Fadnavis come amid growing global concerns over rising energy prices and supply disruptions linked to tensions in West AsiaThe ongoing conflict involving the United States Israel and Iran has already impacted international shipping routes and fuel markets particularly around the strategically important Strait of HormuzExperts have warned that prolonged instability in the region could further increase crude oil prices and affect global trade and energy supply chainsAgainst this backdrop the Indian government has been emphasising energy conservation domestic production and sustainable alternatives to minimise the impact of global volatility on the countryrsquos economyWith inputs from ANI