As the Middle East conflict continues, India has successfully managed the situation with its strong foreign policy and the collective strength of its citizens, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Tuesday, while accusing the Congress of attempting to exploit the conflict for political gain.
Like "vultures of politics," the Congress is trying to exploit the Middle East conflict by creating panic among people for political gains, although India has effectively managed the situation arising from the over-month-long war, he asserted.
During his visit to Gujarat, the PM visited Gandhinagar, Sanand, and Vav Tharad, inaugurating a semiconductor plant, museum, and addressing gatherings. He also inaugurated and laid the foundation for development projects totaling Rs 19,806.9 crore.
Addressing a large gathering in Nani village in the newly formed Vav Tharad district, Modi accused the Congress of spreading rumors and trying to incite people to queue up at fuel pumps and disrupt public order.
"Today, when the nation needs unity and solidarity, Congress leaders are actively engaged in divisive politics. When the nation needs reassurance, the Congress is focused on spreading fear and rumors. When the nation calls for restraint, the Congress wants to incite people," Modi stated.
Referring to the global situation, Modi said that while many countries are facing war, unrest, and instability, India has demonstrated resilience and unity.
"India has always possessed a unique strength. Regardless of the challenges, our nation stands united," he said.
Referring to the West Asia situation triggered by the joint US-Israel attacks on Iran on February 28, Modi noted that the conflict has far-reaching global repercussions, especially on energy supplies.
"Difficulties regarding energy requirements, especially diesel, petrol, and gas, have intensified globally. Yet, even amidst such a crisis, India has successfully managed the situation with its strong foreign policy and the collective strength of its citizens," the Prime Minister added.
He said that attempts by some political parties to score political points during a global crisis were unfortunate, and that the Congress party is at the forefront of this political conspiracy.
Modi pointed out that while fuel prices have surged by 10 to 25 per cent in many countries, India has ensured that its people are protected from the impact of rising crude rates.
During his visit to Sanand in Ahmedabad district, Modi inaugurated Kaynes Semicon's outsourced semiconductor plant, and said that India is strengthening its role as a reliable chip supplier in the global market.
He noted that the 21st century has brought several challenges, and that global supply chains have been affected due to conflicts, emphasising that his government is laying a strong foundation for technology and energy security in the coming decades.
Addressing a gathering in Sanand, Modi emphasised that India is actively building a robust semiconductor ecosystem and simultaneously making significant efforts to establish a resilient supply chain for raw materials.
"India is actively building a robust semiconductor ecosystem and simultaneously making significant efforts to establish a resilient supply chain for raw materials. India's participation in Pax Silica is a testament to this very endeavour. Working in tandem with our global partners, we aim to ensure a secure supply chain," Modi added.
India recently joined Pax Silica, a US-led strategic coalition launched in December 2025 to secure critical technology supply chains, with a special focus on semiconductors, AI, and rare earth elements.
"Furthermore, to achieve self-reliance in critical minerals, India has launched the National Critical Minerals Mission," Modi stated.
The PM referred to the announcement of a 'rare earth corridor' in this year's Budget, encompassing coastal states such as Odisha, Andhra Pradesh, Tamil Nadu, and Kerala.
"This corridor will serve as an integrated network, forging a robust value chain spanning mining, refining, and manufacturing. Our objective is to establish a national reserve of critical minerals within the country," he maintained.
Observing that India is leading the world in terms of AI adoption, Modi stated that Indians are exploring technology, and that the success of Digital India and the excellent work being done in Fintech shows Indians' trust in technology.
"India's AI ecosystem stands to benefit significantly from the emergence of our semiconductor ecosystem. The India of the 21st century is moving forward not merely as a witness to change, but with a firm resolve to lead that change. Our policies and decisions are laying a strong foundation for the technology and energy security of the coming decades," he said.
Earlier in the day, the PM inaugurated the Samrat Samprati Museum, located on Shri Mahavir Jain Aradhana Kendra campus at Koba village near Gandhinagar, on the occasion of Mahavir Jayanti.
Speaking on the occasion, Modi noted that the newly built museum sends a strong message of peace and non-violence at a time when the world is "engulfed in the flames of instability and unrest".
Referring to the current global situation, Modi said that the legacy and message of the museum are significant not just for India but for entire humanity.
"Given the current global scenario - the way the world is being scorched in the fires of instability and unrest - the legacy and message of this museum hold immense significance," he said.
The museum reflects India's core strength of diversity and unity, bringing together traditions such as the Vedas, Puranas, Ayurveda, Yoga and other philosophical streams, the PM noted.