Delhi BJP President Virendra Sachdeva highlighted that India-flagged fuel ships being allowed safe passage through the war-torn Strait of Hormuz, controlled by Iran’s military, showcases India’s strong foreign policy stance and the rising global stature of India and Prime Minister Narendra Modi. This move, amid ongoing tensions between Iran and the US, signifies PM Modi’s global leadership.
Sachdeva emphasized that Iran’s decision to grant safe passage to Indian fuel ships following India’s request is a testament to the country’s secure leadership during a time of global fuel crisis, particularly concerning cooking gas. He criticized opposition leaders like Rahul Gandhi and Arvind Kejriwal for engaging in domestic politics that tarnish India’s reputation internationally.
The world is currently grappling with a fuel shortage, especially in terms of cooking gas. Sachdeva praised Iran’s gesture of allowing safe passage to Indian ships as evidence of being under capable leadership. He urged certain opposition leaders to refrain from jeopardizing India’s image on the global stage.
Lok Sabha Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi raised concerns about LPG shortages affecting restaurants amidst the West Asia crisis, warning of escalating challenges ahead. He criticized the government’s alleged compliance with US directives on oil purchases. Union Petroleum Minister Hardeep Singh Puri later refuted these claims, assuring that the country’s oil reserves are sufficient and dismissing any imminent crisis.
