Parliamentary Discussion on Approaches to Reduce Impact of Various Global Crises on India

 

By

Dr. Somita Chakraborty


Considering the ongoing West Asia crisis and several other problems going on in different parts of the world, various Honorable Members of Parliament expressed their concern regarding the problems and its impact on India.

On 27th March, 2026, Dr. Kirsan Namdeo expressed his concern in Lok Sabha regarding impact of different conflict zone on India. his question included Russia-Ukraine war, conflict in West Asia and sanctions imposed by Western countries and their impact on India. He also asked to know, how India is securing its energy interest amid global crisis situation. He also asked about India’s position on US sanction on petroleum import from Russia and Iran. He also enquired about the last year data on measures taken by the Government of India to ensure safety and repatriation of Indian nationals from conflict zones.

On the same day, Honorable Member of Parliament Shri Rajkumar Roat expressed his concern regarding emergency evacuation of Indians from different conflict zones. He enquired about the fees charged per passenger by the Government or relevant agencies at the time of evacuation. He also enquired whether the Government received any complain regarding high fees being charged from passengers during emergency evacuation and problems of economically weaker citizens. He also enquired whether the government proposed or formulated any policy to ensure free or subsidized evacuation of Indian students and laborers stranded in conflict zones.

On the same day and same note, Honorable Member of Parliament Smt. Mala Roy asked about exact number of Indian citizens stuck in West Asian countries due to recent war situation. 

In a different question, Honorable Member of Parliament, Shri Neeraj Maurya raised a relevant question regarding India’s policy on global peace and stability. He enquired about India’s diplomatic effort to end conflict and to establish peace between Russia-Ukraine and Israel-Hamas in the Middle East. He also enquired about India’s initiatives to mitigate various humanitarian crises in these conflict zones. India’s future strategies to ensure global peace and stability as well as India’s position on multilateral platforms such as the United Nations in this regard. He also expressed his concern regarding different war situations and its adverse impact on India's economic and strategic interests.   

Answering the questions Shri Kirti Vardhan Singh, the Minister of State in the Ministry of External Affairs, informed the Parliament that to safeguard India’s interest at bilateral, regional and global levels, India constantly monitors all geopolitical developments, which have a bearing on India. India consistently called for de-escalation of conflicts, prioritized safety of citizens and advocated all conflicts through dialogue and diplomacy.

He also informed the Parliament that energy security is one of the top priorities of the Government of India. To ensure uninterrupted access to affordable energy, India pursues a multi-pronged strategy, including diversification of supply sources, enhancing domestic production of oil & gas, expanding the adoption of alternative energy sources, advancing the energy transition and engaging with partner countries, including the US.  

To address the impact of disruption on India's exports, including exports to the wider Gulf region, India has constituted an Inter Ministerial Group (IMG) on Supply Chain Resilience —to address impact on India's external trade, shipping routes and logistics chains. The IMG has held review meetings on a regular basis, established a dedicated communication channel for exporters, and for a coordinated response it compiled daily situation and action reports. The Government's response included coordinated trade facilitation, logistics support, customs simplification, maritime monitoring, and engagement with concerned stakeholders etc.

To secure freedom of navigation and attacks on commercial vessels in and around the Red Sea and the Gulf, to enhance maritime security, proactively respond to any contingency and ensure the protection of Indian-flagged merchant vessels, Indian seafarers and Indian cargo, the Indian Navy has been deployed in the region under ‘Operation Sankalp’.

He also informed that the Government accords highest priority to the safety, security and well-being of Indian nationals abroad. For that, it has engaged with all relevant players including governments of other countries, to facilitate safe return of stranded Indian nationals, issued appropriate advisories through Indian Missions/Posts abroad, operated 24x7 helplines and engaged with Indian nationals through social media platforms. Till 21st March, 2026, mainly during the USA-Israel-Iran conflict, Government has facilitated return of over 3.75 lakh Indian passengers by commercial flights including non-scheduled flight operations from West Asia and Gulf region. He also stated that the Government facilitated Indian passengers to embark on available commercial flights by facilitating local transportation, cross-border movements, obtaining transit visas etc. The Government addresses each emergency as per the on-ground situation, circumstances and a response is executed to ensure the safety and well-being of Indians abroad. The Government of India executed Operation Ganga in Ukraine and Operation Ajay in Israel, through which approximately 20,000 Indian nationals were evacuated.

Shri Singh informed the Parliament that India took various initiatives to ensure worldwide peace and stability. During the Israel-Hamas conflict, India condemned the loss of civilian lives and called for a ceasefire, the release of all hostages and a peaceful resolution of the conflict through dialogue and diplomacy. Prime Minister Modi and the Minister of External Affairs Dr. Jaishankar spoke to several leaders in the region and across the globe at the highest levels, including leadership of Russia, Ukraine, Israel and Palestine. Various bilateral and multilateral forums such as UN, BRICS, NAM, Voice of Global South, etc. reiterated India’s position. India welcomed the Gaza Peace Plan and expressed its support for all efforts towards lasting peace. The position was reaffirmed by the Minister of State for External Affairs Shri Kirti Vardhan Singh at the Gaza Peace Summit in Sharm El-Sheikh on 13 October 2025.

Shri Singh also informed the Parliament that as a ‘first responder and a credible HADR Provider’, India’s approach remains human-centric during international conflicts. India has reinforced trust and goodwill with partner countries by providing timely, need-based and rapid assistance during crises. Government of India (GoI) executed various HADR and evacuation operations during Russia-Ukraine and Israel-Hamas conflicts. Since March 2022, GoI sent 17 consignments of humanitarian assistance, which include medicines, medical equipment, blankets, tents, tarpaulin, solar lamps, dignity kits, sleeping mats, and diesel generator sets.

Following Israel-Palestine conflict, from October to November, 2023, India sent approx. 70 tonnes of medical and humanitarian aid for the conflict-hit people of Palestine. The aid included essential and lifesaving medicines, surgical items, ECG machines, hygiene kits, water purification tablets, sleeping bags, tents, tarpaulins etc. In October 2024, India supplied essential life-saving and anti-cancer drugs weighing approx. 36 tons for West Bank, Palestine. In October-November 2024, India also coordinated with United Nations Relief and Works Agency (UNRWA) to supply approx. 30 tons of humanitarian aid to Gaza in Palestine. The aid comprised essential medicines, surgical supplies, dental products, general medical items, high-energy biscuits.

Regarding financial assistance, he informed that GoI also provided financial assistance for reconstruction, remodeling and refurbishment of a school (Kyiv Gymnasium of Oriental Language No. 1) in Ukraine. GoI also extended financial assistance for training of teachers from three schools in Kyiv aimed at restoring and supporting the psychological health of Ukrainian children and youth. As a part of humanitarian and reconstruction assistance, GoI has signed High Impact Community Development Projects (HICDPs) MoU with the Ukraine for implementation of humanitarian projects as per the requirements of the local communities in Ukraine.  

For detail

QUESTION NO. 5627 IMPACT OF GLOBAL CONFLICTS ON INDIA

https://www.mea.gov.in/lok-sabha.htm?dtl/40983/QUESTION_NO_5627_IMPACT_OF_GLOBAL_CONFLICTS_ON_INDIA

QUESTION NO. 5667 EMERGENCY EVACUATION OF INDIANS

https://www.mea.gov.in/lok-sabha.htm?dtl/40975/QUESTION_NO_5667_EMERGENCY_EVACUATION_OF_INDIANS

QUESTION NO. 5526 INDIA'S POLICY ON GLOBAL PEACE AND STABILITY

https://www.mea.gov.in/lok-sabha.htm?dtl/40982/QUESTION_NO_5526_INDIAS_POLICY_ON_GLOBAL_PEACE_AND_STABILITY

QUESTION NO. 5624 INDIAN CITIZENS STUCK IN WEST ASIAN COUNTRIES

https://www.mea.gov.in/lok-sabha.htm?dtl/40971/QUESTION_NO_5624_INDIAN_CITIZENS_STUCK_IN_WEST_ASIAN_COUNTRIES

 

Comments

Post a Comment

Popular posts from this blog

Parliament discussion on Status of investigation on the 1985 Kanishka Bombing

  By Dr. S. Chakraborty On 6 th February, 2025, Shri Kartikeya Sharma, member of Rajya Sabha, expressed his concern regarding the investigation and prosecution of those responsible for the 1985 Kanishka bombing. The attack claimed 329 lives, among them majority were India-origin, and 24 Indian nationals. He asked the current status of India's engagement with the Canadian Government and other partners, regarding the investigation and prosecution of those responsible for the Kanishka bombing and the details thereof; he also asked the details of the steps being taken by the Ministry to ensure that all perpetrators of the bombing are extradited to India; and whether there is any mechanism in place to ensure that the Canadian Government is held accountable for any perceived lapses in their investigation or prosecution of the perpetrators, if so, the details thereof? Answering the question, the Minister of State in the Ministry of External Affairs Shri Kirti Vardhan Singh clearly ...
Read more

MOS (PM) is going to visit Papua New Guinea

  By Dr. Somita Chakraborty Mr. Pabitra Margherita, Union Minister of State for External Affairs and Textiles [MOS (PM)] is going to visit Papua New Guinea on 16 th September, 2025, to represent PM Shri Narendra Modi at the commemorative events marking the Island countries 50 th anniversary of   Independence. The official statement of the Ministry of External Affairs stated that ‘he is expected to have   bilateral meetings with the political leadership of Papua New Guinea.’ He is also expected to  interact with the Indian diaspora and the business community of the Papua New Guinea. The visit with help to continue India’s engagement with the leadership in the Pacific Island  Countries (PIC). For detail Visit of MoS(PM) to Papua New Guinea (September 16, 2025)
Read more

Rare Earth Minerals and US-China Trade Face Off

  By Dr. Somita Chakraborty F rom the beginning of 2025, the US-China relation witnessing severe problems regarding rare earth minerals. Recently, China has begun to impose restriction on its rare earth mineral export. As a response, US president Trump announced to imposed all total 130% tariff on Chinese goods. In this context, it becomes necessary to find out a few answers, they are, 1)       What are rare earth minerals? 2)       What is its importance? And 3)       Its connection with US-China trade face off What are rare earth minerals? ‘Rare earth minerals’ are 17 metallic elements in the periodic table. These metals have unusual amount of conductive and magnetic properties. These qualities make them very useful when alloyed or mixed in small quantities with iron. As the name suggest, ironically, these metals are not rare and are found in many places around the world. Some of them...
Read more