New Delhi, March 13 – On Friday, leaders of the BJP and Shiv Sena urged citizens to remain calm regarding concerns about energy supplies, emphasizing that speculative behavior, rather than actual shortages, was fueling public anxiety.
Speaking to IANS, BJP MP Shashank Mani said, "Union Minister Hardeep Singh Puri has made a very responsible statement. This is a global issue affecting everyone worldwide. We have managed to maintain adequate stockpiles, which gives us an advantage.
"The problem lies in the speculative tendencies within society. People are trying to profit from the situation by buying additional cylinders. While there is a problem, please do not incite people. You should also stand with the country; only then can we effectively address this global issue."
Ravi Kishan, another BJP MP, added, "The Opposition will spread rumors. There is nothing to worry about. With PM Modi in charge, no one in this country needs to be concerned."
Shiv Sena MP Milind Deora echoed similar concerns, saying, "The Government of India has already expressed its intention to ensure India’s energy security. This has been stated by India’s External Affairs Minister and the Petroleum Minister."
"Unfortunately, the Opposition is behaving this way to continue to politicize this issue for petty political gains. There is an attempt to spread panic, divert people from real issues, and create instability in India," he claimed.
Shiv Sena MP Naresh Mhaske also criticized Opposition leaders, claiming, "Their intention is not to work, but to create chaos and indulge in such activities. These leaders pretend to stand for social issues and try to create agitations over issues that do not even exist. This has been the policy of the Congress. They are unnecessarily creating protests and have no interest in working inside the House."
Leaders from both parties stressed that India’s energy stockpiles are adequate, and the government is closely monitoring the situation. They called for public cooperation and cautioned against panic buying, underlining that unity and responsible behavior are crucial to addressing this global challenge effectively.
