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Modi asks India to cut imports save fuel and rethink spending abroad during West Asia crisis
Politics
Published on 11 May 2026

A call to delay some purchases and curb fuel use
Prime Minister Narendra Modi urged Indians to strengthen the economy by cutting back on imports and choosing local products. He also appealed for lower fuel consumption and more mindful spending abroad as global uncertainty grows amid the West Asia crisis. The message frames these everyday decisions as collective action to build resilience and economic stability.
- Modi urged citizens to shift toward local products
- He called for reducing import dependence
- Fuel saving and cautious spending abroad were emphasized
- The push aims to strengthen India during global uncertainty
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