PM Modi Speech In Rajya Sabha Highlights: PM Warns Impact Of US-Israel-Iran War Could Be Long Lasting, But...

Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the upper house of Parliament on March 24, 2026. During his speech in Rajya Sabha, he warned Indian citizens of the impact of the current ongoing conflict in the Middle East. He said the shocks of the US-Israel-Iran war could be long-lasting, but he assured that the government is alert and the nation's interest remains paramount. He asked the citizens to be prepared for every challenge. He also asked state governments to remain vigilant.

Here are key highlights of his speech in the Rajya Sabha:

1. US-Israel-Iran War Impact Long Lasting:

While addressing, he said, "I urge citizens to be prepared for every challenge. The impact of this war may be long-lasting, but I assure the people that the government is alert and the nation's interest remains paramount."

But Modi added, "the challenges ahead will test us."

"I urge all states to act proactively, as in difficult times it is labourers and the weaker sections who are affected the most. Steps must be taken to safeguard our migrant workers. State governments should also remain vigilant against black marketing, which tends to rise in such periods, and ensure that such practices do not take place," he added.

He pointed out that the war has created a serious energy crisis in the world.

US and Israel launched joined attack on Iran on February 28 and the war has entered its fourth week. After losing more than half of its leadership and crucial infrastructure, Iran has launched retaliate attack on neighboring countries like UAE, Qatar, Kuwait, OMAN, and Bahrain among others. Iran along with its proxy Hezbollah has exchanged brutal airstrikes with Israel as well.

In the latest development, to calm the market routs globally, US President Donald Trump announced that he held a talk with Iran and hence he has postponed his plans of US strikes on Iranian energy infrastructure. Trump also claimed that negotiations are underway. One would have thought that this could be enough to calm markets.

But that was until Iran responded almost immediately, debunking Trump's claim of negotiations and peaceful talks. Tehran has vowed to hit US and Israel energy infrastructure, if theirs was hit. The heated exchange also led to uncertainty of the fate of Strait of Hormuz, keeping inflationary risks elevated worldwide.

2. Strait Of Hormuz Fate Uncertain:

PM said, "Many ships from around the world are stranded in the Strait of Hormuz, with a very large number of Indian crew members among them," adding, "This is also a major concern for India."

He further condemned the attacks on commercial ships and civilians stranded at Hormuz. He said, "Attacks on commercial ships and disruptions in international waterways like the Strait of Hormuz are unacceptable."

"India has condemned attacks on civilians, civil infrastructure, and infrastructure related to energy and transport," PM added.

After losing their supreme ayatollah, Ali Khamenei, Iran has rampaged the Strait of Hormuz. The Islamic regime has threatened any ships to use the Hormuz and they will be set ablaze. Earlier, Iran announced to open Hormuz for shipping vessels who are not linked with their enemies, aka US and Israel. But yesterday, IRAN announced that Hormuz stays closed.

On March 24th, PM told Rajya Sabha that since the beginning of the war, he has spoken on the phone with the heads of state of most countries in West Asia in two rounds. His government is also in touch with all countries of the Gulf, while they continue to stay in contact with Iran, Israel and USA.

"Our goal is to restore peace in the region through dialogue and diplomacy," PM added, "We have also discussed de-escalation and the opening of the Strait of Hormuz with them."

3. Efforts To Ensure Oil & Gas Supply Reaches India

PM revealed that the effort is to ensure that oil and gas supplies reach India from wherever possible. He added, "The country is also witnessing the results of every such effort."

"In the past few days, ships carrying crude oil and LPG have arrived in India from many countries around the world," PM revealed.

4. India's Fundamentals Remain Strong

To the upper house, PM reiterated that "The fundamentals of our economy are strong." Adding he said, "And the government is keeping an eye on the constantly changing situation."

PM revealed that the government is working with a strategy for every impact-short-term, medium-term, and long-term.

5. PM Assures Farmers

The PM further shed light on the fertilizers supply as agriculture is one of the biggest contributor to Indian economy and the livelihood of farmers. He said, "The government has made necessary preparations for the adequate supply of fertilizers."

"The government's continuous effort is that no crisis burden falls on the farmers," he added.

Further, he said, "I assure the country's farmers once again that the government stands with them in resolving every challenge."

6. Indians Safety In Middle East:

PM highlighted that around 1 crore Indians live in the Gulf countries, especially working there. He added, "The security of their lives and livelihoods is also a major concern for India."

More than 3,75,000 Indians have been evacuated since US-Israel-Iran war so far. This includes over 1,000 from Iran as well.

He said, "Any threat to human life in this war is not in the interest of humanity, so India is making constant efforts to encourage all sides to reach a peaceful solution as soon as possible. In times of crisis, the safety of Indians both in the country and abroad is our top priority. Since the war began, more than 3,75,000 Indians have safely returned to India. From Iran alone, more than 1,000 Indians have returned safely so far, including over 700 young people who were studying medicine. Our government is working with full sensitivity during this time of crisis."

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