The war in West Asia has created a dire situation for the ceramic clusters of Morbi and Thangadh in Gujarat, India, which are pivotal to the global ceramics market. Since the conflict escalated on February 28, 2023, the industry has faced severe disruptions due to gas shortages and soaring prices. Ajay Marvania, President of the Sanitarywares Division of the Morbi Ceramic Manufacturers Association, reported that many factories were forced to shut down for a month due to unsustainable gas prices, which have risen from ₹41 to ₹70 per kilogram. As a result, Morbi's monthly business has plummeted from ₹6,000-7,000 crore to just ₹1,000 crore. In Thangadh, only 10% of the 250 factories remain operational, leaving over 40,000 workers unemployed. The local industry is now appealing for government support, including a reduction in the Goods and Services Tax (GST) on affordable sanitary ware. The situation remains uncertain, with manufacturers hoping for a return to normalcy once the conflict subsides.