In light of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's recent appeal for austerity measures due to the ongoing conflict in West Asia, Sharad Pawar (chief of the Nationalist Congress Party) has called for an all-party meeting to address the economic crisis. Modi's suggestions include reducing gold purchases, limiting foreign travel, and promoting work-from-home arrangements to conserve foreign exchange reserves. Pawar expressed that the PM's sudden announcement has caused fear and confusion among citizens and investors. He emphasized the need for a collaborative approach involving all political leaders and economic experts to navigate the crisis effectively.

Raj Thackeray (chief of the Maharashtra Navnirman Sena) criticized the PM's austerity measures, questioning why citizens should bear the burden of government mistakes. He pointed out the inconsistency of the government's previous stances on fuel prices during similar international situations. The BJP responded to the criticisms by recalling past failures during the United Progressive Alliance (UPA) government, highlighting issues such as farmer suicides and corruption scandals. This ongoing political discourse reflects the complexities of governance amid economic challenges in India.