In view of the ongoing tense situation in West Asia, Prime Minister Narendra Modi will hold a meeting with the Chief Ministers of the states through video conferencing at 6.30 pm (27 March 2026). The main objective of this meeting is to review the preparations and further planning of the states regarding the possible effects of the Middle East war.
These issues can be discussed in the meeting
According to sources, issues related to security, supply chain, energy needs and safety of Indian citizens are likely to be discussed in the meeting. There will also be special emphasis on strengthening coordination between the Center and the states, so that any emergency can be dealt with effectively. The Chief Ministers of the states where elections are going to be held will not attend this meeting due to the code of conduct. A separate meeting will be organized for the Chief Secretaries of the election-bound states, which will be held through the Cabinet Secretariat.
Petroleum and LPG supply is under control: Central Government
The Central Government is repeatedly saying that the situation of petroleum and LPG supply in the country is completely safe and under control. On Wednesday (25 March 2026), the government called an all-party meeting in the Parliament House regarding the ongoing tension in the Middle East. After the meeting, Union Minister Kiren Rijiju said, ‘I have heard in detail all the suggestions given by the opposition and the government. All the questions and all the confusion, whatever it was, the government explained them all clearly and the opposition said at the end of the meeting, which is very important, that they thank the government for calling this all-party meeting.
Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju further said, ‘Many members wanted to know the details of gas and petroleum supply from the Strait of Hormuz. They were all satisfied with the fact that India had already succeeded in bringing four ships, so the opposition members were satisfied with the efforts of the government. During the meeting, the Foreign Secretary also gave a detailed presentation on the current international situation and India’s interests. With this, the opposition was given information about strategic and diplomatic aspects, so that a broad consensus could be reached on national issues.