Rumors of a nationwide lockdown are completely untrue, according to Union Minister Hardeep Singh Puri, who added on Friday that the government has no such plans at the moment. The purpose of the clarification is to allay public fears and offer reliable details about the potential of limitations.

From the social media network “X,” Puri stated that “the global situation remains in flux, and we are closely monitoring developments across energy, supply chains, and essential commodities on a real-time basis. With the Hon’ble PM Narendra Modi Ji at the helm, every effort is being made to guarantee that our people have continuous access to fuel, energy, and other essential resources. We are completely ready to address any new problems.

“India has consistently shown resilience in the face of global uncertainties, and we will continue to act in a timely, proactive, and coordinated manner,” he stated.

Rumors of a lockdown in India, according to him, are utterly untrue.

The reports of a lockdown in India are utterly unfounded. To be clear, the Indian government is not considering any such plan. It is crucial that we maintain our composure, act responsibly, and remain united during such times. He said that in this kind of circumstance, it is irresponsible and damaging to try to spread rumors and incite fear.

As the world experiences a scarcity of oil and gas, there has been discussion of a potential lockdown in India. There are also concerns about the availability of liquefied petroleum gas (LPG), which has been described as “worrisome. ” Puri’s comments come at this time.

The Indian government vehemently refuted rumors of a national lockdown earlier this week, claiming that there are no intentions to restrict economic activity or the freedom of movement of citizens. According to government officials, Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s recent statements have been widely misunderstood.

Prime Minister’s allusions to “preparedness” in recent parliamentary speeches, which were delivered in the context of ongoing tensions in West Asia and their possible economic consequences, caused the confusion.

The increase in rumors also occurred at the same time as the sixth anniversary of the 2020 COVID-19 shutdown, which heightened online anxieties. The government, however, stressed that the appeal for “COVID-like preparedness” was only for administrative preparedness and contingency planning, and not a sign of stay-at-home directives or mobility limitations.