PM Modi to interact with chief ministers to discuss West Asia conflict on Friday

Days after urging states to act proactively to safeguard the interests of people amid the ongoing conflict in the Middle East, Prime Minister Narendra Modi will Friday hold a virtual meeting with chief ministers to discuss the situation and review the preparedness.

The discussions during the meeting are expected to focus on coordinated efforts to navigate the crisis. The meeting is also aimed at ensuring synergy in efforts in the spirit of ‘Team India’.

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PM Modi will also brief chief ministers on the current situation and seek broader consensus on India’s approach to the crisis.

However, CMs of poll-bound states shall not be a part of the meeting due to the Model Code of Conduct and a separate meeting for Chief Secretaries of election-bound states will be held through the Cabinet Secretariat.

Earlier on Tuesday, PM Modi warned that the impact of the conflict could be “long-lasting” and urged citizens of the country to brace for economic challenges that may lie ahead.

Addressing the Rajya Sabha on the issue of the Middle East conflict amid concerns over its potential impact on India, Modi urged citizens to be prepared for every challenge.

“The impact of this war may be long-lasting, but I assure the people that the government is alert and the nation’s interest remains paramount,” he said.

He added that “the challenges ahead will test us” and urged states to act proactively and take steps to safeguard migrant workers.

“The challenges ahead will test us. I urge all states to act proactively, as in difficult times it is labourers and the weaker sections who are affected the most. Steps must be taken to safeguard our migrant workers,” he said.

The Prime Minister also asked state governments to remain vigilant against black marketing.

“State governments should also remain vigilant against black marketing, which tends to rise in such periods, and ensure that such practices do not take place,” he added.