External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar assured the Rajya Sabha that Prime Minister Narendra Modi is intensely focused on West Asia’s unrest, where the security of numerous Indian residents in Gulf states is paramount. Accelerated missions are bringing nationals home safely.
The region’s heavy Indian footprint amplifies the stakes for India in this brewing storm.
Opposition Leader Mallikarjun Kharge’s bid to discuss Indian deaths sparked chaos, resolved by Chairman C.P. Radhakrishnan who invited Jaishankar to speak.
Jaishankar outlined the sequence: US-Israel strikes unleashed destruction and decapitated regime figures, fueling wider unrest. Tension now spans borders.
A February 28 statement captured India’s alarm, pressing for restraint, de-escalation, and civilian protection via talks and respect for sovereignties.
PM Modi’s March 1 CCS meeting dissected Iran airstrikes and Gulf attacks, emphasizing Indian safety, stability threats, and activity halts. Traveler and student issues prompted ministry directives.
With PM’s direct involvement, countermeasures are proactive. As battles spread, devastation mounts, paralyzing lives and economies. March 3 renewed calls for peace. The assembly echoed condolences for losses.