Amid growing concerns over the economic and security impact of the escalating West Asia crisis, the Central Government will hold an all-party meeting on Wednesday to brief political leaders on the situation.
Meeting Scheduled at Parliament
The meeting is scheduled to take place at 5 PM in the Parliament complex and will be chaired by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh.
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar is expected to brief party leaders on the latest developments and India’s diplomatic stance.
PM Modi Calls Situation ‘Unprecedented Crisis’
The initiative follows statements by Prime Minister Narendra Modi in both Houses of Parliament, where he described the situation as an “unprecedented crisis” with potentially long-term consequences.
Impact on Trade Routes and Energy Markets
The conflict, now entering its fourth week, has disrupted key maritime trade routes, particularly through the Strait of Hormuz, raising concerns over:
- Global energy supply
- Supply chain disruptions
- Rising inflation
The government has intensified consultations with political stakeholders in light of these developments.
Opposition Demands Full Debate in Parliament
Opposition parties, including the Indian National Congress, have demanded a detailed discussion in Parliament.
Leader of Opposition in the Rajya Sabha Mallikarjun Kharge criticized the decision to hold only a briefing instead of a full debate, citing the seriousness of the situation.
Rahul Gandhi Welcomes Meeting
Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi also welcomed the all-party meeting but said he would be unable to attend due to prior commitments in Kerala.
High-Level Security Review Preceded Meeting
The meeting comes a day after a high-level security review chaired by Rajnath Singh, attended by:
- General Anil Chauhan
- Chiefs of the three armed forces
- Senior officials including Samir V Kamat
The review focused on assessing the evolving regional situation.
Move to Build Political Consensus
With geopolitical tensions rising and global implications becoming clearer, the all-party meeting is seen as a key step to:
- Brief opposition leaders
- Build broader political consensus
- Align India’s response to the crisis
