Jaishankar warns Parliament on West Asia conflict's impact on India
External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar told Parliament that the ongoing conflict in West Asia is a big worry for India, especially with nearly 10 million Indians living and working in Gulf countries.
He emphasized that India has obvious stakes that West Asia remains stable, highlighting concerns for both people and energy security.
Oil prices rising due to conflict
The fighting has disrupted the Strait of Hormuz, a crucial route for India's oil imports, causing oil prices to rise sharply.
This puts extra pressure on fuel costs back home and leaves millions of Indian workers in the region feeling uncertain about their safety.
Opposition leaders demand more discussion on the issue
The government says it's watching the situation closely and working to keep citizens safe while trying to soften the blow of higher oil prices.
Still, opposition leaders are calling out the government for limiting debate on these issues, saying more discussion is needed about protecting Indians abroad and managing rising energy costs.