Officials said continued monitoring of global developments remains a priority to protect consumer and industry interests amid the current crisis.On March 12, PM Modi had said that the war in West Asia has created a worldwide energy crisis, calling it a “crucial test of national character” that requires handling the situation with calmness, patience and greater public awareness.The Prime Minister had also stressed that the government is continuously working to address disruptions in international supply chains. “There are also ongoing efforts to determine how we can address supply chain disruptions,” he said.The conflict, now in its third week, began with US and Israeli attacks on Iran on February 28 and has since escalated, with Iran retaliating against Israel and several Gulf neighbours.Iran’s control over the Strait of Hormuz, a key global shipping route for energy supplies, has significantly restricted movement, with limited ships allowed to pass. The resulting blockade has disrupted energy supplies to many countries, including India.Since the conflict began, Prime Minister Narendra Modi has held telephone conversations with several global leaders, including Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, Qatar, Bahrain, Kuwait, Jordan, France, Malaysia, Israel and Iran.