40% increase in output and a reduction in panic bookings
NATIONAL: The government of India has reassured that all refineries are operating at full capacity with sufficient crude inventory and steady domestic LPG production, reporting a 40% increase in output and a reduction in panic bookings.
In an inter-ministerial briefing Friday it was informed that no maritime incidents were reported and the safety of 611 Indian seafarers is being monitored. Prime Minister Modi discussed the West Asia conflict with leaders from various countries, condemning attacks on energy infrastructure and highlighting the need for dialogue.
India has evacuated 913 nationals and reported six deaths with one missing among Indian citizens in the Gulf region with coordinated efforts for the return of the deceased's remains. 15 Indian crew members rescued from Iraq are expected back in India soon, it was briefed.
The government noted that over 4,500 raids against black marketing of energy materials were conducted recently.