New Delhi: Union Minister Hardeep Singh Puri has dismissed rumours of a nationwide lockdown in India, stating clearly that no such proposal is under consideration by the government.

The clarification comes amid growing speculation linked to global uncertainties and concerns over fuel and supply chains.

Government urges calm, dismisses rumours

Taking to social media platform X, Puri urged citizens to remain calm and not fall for misinformation.

“Rumours of a lockdown in India are completely false. There is no such proposal under consideration by the Government of India,” he said.

He added that spreading such rumours is irresponsible and can create unnecessary panic among the public.

Monitoring global situation closely

Puri noted that the government is closely monitoring developments related to energy, supply chains, and essential commodities.

Under the leadership of Narendra Modi, he said, necessary steps are being taken to ensure uninterrupted availability of fuel and other critical resources.

Context behind the speculation

The rumours gained traction amid global oil and gas concerns and ongoing tensions in West Asia, which have raised fears about supply disruptions.

Additionally, recent remarks by the Prime Minister on “preparedness” were misinterpreted by some as a signal of possible restrictions.

No plans for restrictions

Government officials have reiterated that there are no plans to impose restrictions on public movement or economic activity.

They clarified that references to “COVID-like preparedness” were limited to administrative readiness and contingency planning—not a return to lockdown measures seen during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Conclusion

The Centre has firmly rejected speculation about any lockdown, assuring citizens that the situation is under control. Authorities continue to emphasise vigilance without panic, urging people to rely on official information and avoid spreading unverified claims.


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