The Indian finance ministry has authorized the invocation of force majeure for government contracts affected by the ongoing conflict in West Asia, specifically due to the US-Israeli strikes against Iran that began on February 28. This decision allows companies, including drone manufacturers, to receive relief from penalties for delivery delays caused by supply chain disruptions. The ministry's order states that extensions of two to four months may be granted, but only for companies that were not in default of their obligations as of February 27. The disruptions have particularly affected the availability of components from Israel and operations at cargo hubs in the UAE, leading to increased prices and extended delivery timelines for critical components. Industry executives have warned that these disruptions could last beyond the granted extension period, as demand continues to outpace supply, with some prices surging by over 200%.