"There is a need for all of us to come together and fulfil our responsibility to reduce the burden on the country's resources," Modi said in Vadodara.
These measures, according to the Prime Minister, will reduce consumption of petroleum products like petrol, diesel and gas and reduce dependency on foreign currency.
According to the government, country's energy and electricity system remains "robust" and "well-diversified" with adequate stocks to meet both short-term and long-term demand requirements.
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh emphasised the need for a proactive, coordinated and forward-looking approach, and underscored the importance of remaining vigilant in view of the evolving scenario.
"The challenges ahead will test us," said Modi, as he urged states to act proactively and take steps to safeguard migrant workers.
India today is in a far stronger position to handle disruptions in global energy markets than it was a decade ago.
Puri told the House that India has sufficient gas production and supply arrangements to sustain this position even in the event of a prolonged conflict in Middle East.
