India has taken a tough stance regarding the attacks on energy facilities in Gulf countries. The Ministry of External Affairs has clearly said that targeting the infrastructure related to oil and gas is not right under any circumstances because it has a negative impact on the energy supply around the world. In a statement issued on March 19, 2026, India has termed these attacks as completely wrong and considered them a major threat to global stability.
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What concerns has India expressed regarding these attacks?
External Affairs Ministry spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said that India is currently in talks with major countries like Saudi Arabia, Iran, America and Israel. The Government believes that attacks on civilian facilities and energy infrastructure destabilize the entire region. India has stressed that there should not be any hindrance in trade and energy supply through sea routes. India is appealing to follow the path of peace and diplomacy in this entire matter.
What will be the impact on Indians living in the Gulf and their security?
About 1 crore Indian citizens live in the Gulf countries, about whose security the Indian government is very cautious. So far, 5 Indians have lost their lives during the recent conflict and one civilian is reported missing. Drone attacks in Saudi Arabia’s areas like Riyadh and the Yanbu Refinery have increased concerns among expatriates. The attacks on merchant shipping and merchant ships are directly affecting the supplies to India. India has appealed to all parties to exercise restraint and give priority to the safety of civilians.
