Union Minister for Petroleum and Natural Gas Hardeep Singh Puri on Friday dismissed rumours of a nationwide lockdown, calling them “completely false” and cautioning against attempts to create panic. In a statement posted on X, Puri said there was “no such proposal under consideration by the Government of India,” and urged citizens to remain calm and responsible. “Attempts to spread rumours and create panic in such a situation are irresponsible and harmful,” he said. The clarification comes amid concerns linked to global energy disruptions. “India has consistently demonstrated resilience in the face of global uncertainties, and we will continue to act in a timely, proactive, and coordinated manner,” he said.

Source: Indian Express March 27, 2026 06:54 UTC