Oil Minister Hardeep Singh Puri addressed concerns over fuel supply, stating that the government has increased liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) production from 35,000-36,000 tonnes per day to 54,000 tonnes to counter any potential shortages amid the ongoing conflict in West Asia. He reassured that India possesses 69 days of crude oil and liquefied natural gas (LNG) stock, along with 45 days of LPG stock. During the CII Annual Business Summit, Puri highlighted Prime Minister Narendra Modi's recent call for austerity as a crucial response to the fiscal strain caused by the geopolitical crisis. Modi's recommendations include reducing petrol and diesel consumption, utilizing metro rail services, carpooling, and increasing the use of electric vehicles (EVs). He also suggested postponing gold purchases and foreign travel for a year to conserve foreign exchange. These measures are intended to bolster the economy in light of the challenges posed by the conflict in West Asia.