ERNAKULAM (KERALAM): Narendra Modi on Wednesday assured that the Indian government is taking all necessary steps to ensure the safety and welfare of Indians stranded in the Gulf region amid the ongoing tensions in West Asia.
Speaking at a public rally in Ernakulam, the Prime Minister said the government is committed to protecting its citizens abroad and providing them with necessary support during crises.
“It is natural for all of you to be concerned about what is happening in West Asia today. Millions of our brothers and sisters work there. But you must remember that the Bharatiya Janata Party–National Democratic Alliance government is in power today. Whenever any of our countrymen has been in trouble, we have used all our strength to protect them. Today’s India does not leave its people in trouble. We are providing security and all facilities to Indians stuck in the war,” he said.
The Prime Minister also thanked Gulf nations for ensuring the safety of Indian nationals working there.
“I am satisfied that our friendly countries in the Gulf are taking care of our citizens. Our embassies and missions are working 24/7 to help them. They are offering food, residence and protection,” he added.
Targeting the opposition, Modi criticised the Indian National Congress for its remarks on the government’s handling of the West Asia situation. He accused the party of making provocative statements during a sensitive global crisis.
“It is unfortunate that the Congress party is looking for politics at this time of global crisis. Congress is willingly making provocative statements to cause disruptions. Our people get stuck there so they can abuse Modi. This is their play,” he said.
The Prime Minister also appealed to voters in Kerala to give the BJP-led alliance an opportunity to govern the state, instead of alternating between the two major political fronts — the United Democratic Front and the Left Democratic Front.
“You have given Congress and the Left more than 70 years. Now give a chance so that the BJP-NDA serves you. You will see a great glimpse of ‘Viksit Keralam’,” he said. (ANI)
