Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday said that countries in the Gulf region are prioritising the safety of Indian nationals amid the ongoing conflict in the Middle East.
Speaking at a campaign rally in Palakkad, Modi said he has been in constant contact with leaders of nations affected by the crisis to ensure the wellbeing of Indians living and working in the region, including a significant number from Kerala.
“Many people from Kerala are working in the war-affected areas. Ever since the conflict began, I have been in touch with heads of state of these countries. All those countries are prioritising the safety of Indians,” he said.
He added that Indian embassies are operating round the clock to assist citizens and minimise the impact of the conflict on India.
Modi also criticised opposition parties, particularly the Congress, accusing them of politicising a sensitive issue. He alleged that their statements could put at risk the safety of nearly one crore Indians living in Gulf countries.
The Prime Minister further used the platform to criticise Congress and Left parties over governance issues, citing economic and administrative challenges in states under their rule, including delays in payments to government employees in Kerala.
India has a large expatriate population in Gulf countries, making the region a key focus for New Delhi during periods of geopolitical tension. (Source: NDTV)
