New Delhi: Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Thursday urged the government to remain prepared to deal with a possible shortage of LPG, claiming that the country could face a major challenge due to compromised energy security.<\/p>\n
Gandhi said Prime Minister Narendra Modi had weakened the country\u2019s energy security and warned that the situation could lead to serious problems. \u201cThe Prime Minister says there is no need to panic, but he himself appears worried for entirely different reasons,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n
He also alleged that the Prime Minister was anxious over the \u201cEpstein\u2013Adani case\u201d and pointed out that the Prime Minister\u2019s seat in the House was empty during proceedings. \u201cHe is telling the country not to panic while he himself looks troubled,\u201d Gandhi said.<\/p>\n
Earlier in the Lok Sabha, Speaker Om Birla presided over the House after February 10. Meanwhile, the opposition\u2019s no-confidence motion was rejected on Wednesday.<\/p>\n
Union Petroleum and Natural Gas Minister Hardeep Singh Puri said the world was witnessing an unprecedented phase in modern energy history. He asserted that India\u2019s crude oil supply position remains secure.<\/p>\n
Puri said the quantity of crude oil currently secured by India is equivalent to the amount that would have been received through the Strait of Hormuz. Before the crisis, nearly 45% of India\u2019s crude imports came through the route.<\/p>\n
He added that due to the Prime Minister\u2019s diplomatic outreach and credibility, India has managed to secure crude volumes comparable to what would normally arrive through the Strait of Hormuz during the same period.<\/p>\n
Puri also urged people to avoid rumours and said the country must collectively face the energy challenge. \u201cThis is not the time for speculation. The nation must work together to address the energy crisis,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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