Opposition parties in India intensified their criticism of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's recent 'seven appeals' aimed at reducing fuel consumption amid the ongoing crisis in West Asia. CPI MP P Sandosh Kumar warned that these appeals signal a looming hike in petrol and diesel prices, reflecting the government's failure to effectively manage the situation. Modi's suggestions include reducing fuel use, adopting work-from-home practices, and cutting down on non-essential purchases as part of an 'economic self-defence' strategy. Critics, including leaders from the Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) and the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP), accused the government of preparing to raise fuel prices while shifting economic burdens onto ordinary citizens. AAP MP Sanjay Singh emphasized that the public is being asked to bear the costs of the crisis, while the government continues its lavish spending. Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav described the Prime Minister’s appeals as an 'admission of failure' and questioned the government's economic management. In light of these developments, Congress MP Karti P Chidambaram called for an immediate parliamentary session to address the serious implications of the Prime Minister's directives.