The meeting, scheduled at 5 pm within the Parliament complex, is expected to bring together leaders from across the political spectrum as the government seeks to build consensus on India’s response to the ongoing crisis
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Union Home Minister Amit Shah will chair an all-party meeting on Wednesday evening to brief political leaders on the rapidly evolving situation in West Asia and its implications for India’s economy, energy security, and national interests, reported news agency IANS.
The meeting, scheduled at 5 pm within the Parliament complex, is expected to bring together leaders from across the political spectrum as the government seeks to build consensus on India’s response to the ongoing crisis, reported IANS.
Senior ministers, officials to present detailed briefing
The government will be represented by a group of senior ministers, including External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar, along with other key officials.
Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri will provide a comprehensive briefing on the latest developments in West Asia, outlining geopolitical risks, economic challenges, and India’s diplomatic engagement with global stakeholders, reported IANS.
Meeting follows PM Modi’s warning of ‘unprecedented crisis’
The initiative comes after Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed both Houses of Parliament, describing the West Asia conflict as an “unprecedented crisis” with potentially long-term consequences.
The conflict has now entered its fourth week, significantly impacting global trade routes and energy markets, prompting the government to intensify consultations with political parties.
Strait of Hormuz disruption raises economic concerns
A key concern remains the disruption in maritime traffic through the Strait of Hormuz, a critical global shipping route for crude oil and gas.
The instability has contributed to volatility in global energy prices, raising concerns about inflation, supply chains, and India’s import-dependent sectors.
Opposition demands full parliamentary debate
Opposition parties, including the Congress, have been demanding a detailed discussion in Parliament on the issue. Leader of Opposition in the Rajya Sabha Mallikarjun Kharge criticised the government’s decision to opt for a briefing instead of a full debate, arguing that the seriousness of the crisis warrants a comprehensive parliamentary discussion, reported IANS.
In the Lok Sabha, Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi also criticised the government, alleging that India’s foreign policy approach has been inconsistent. While he welcomed the move to convene an all-party meeting, Gandhi said he would be unable to attend due to prior commitments, reported IANS.
High-level security review already conducted
The meeting follows a recent high-level security review chaired by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, which was attended by Chief of Defence Staff Anil Chauhan, the three service chiefs, and senior officials including Samir Kamat.
The review focused on assessing India’s defence preparedness and strategic response to the unfolding regional crisis.
Platform for political consensus amid global uncertainty
With geopolitical tensions intensifying and their global repercussions becoming more pronounced, the all-party meeting is expected to serve as a crucial platform for dialogue between the government and opposition.
The Centre is likely to outline its diplomatic, economic, and security strategies while seeking broader political support to navigate the challenges arising from one of the most significant international crises in recent times.
(With inputs from IANS)
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