India, May 22 -- Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday delivered three key messages to his council of ministers - speed up governance, prepare for possible energy disruptions caused by the US-Iran war, and stay focused on the long-term goal of "Viksit Bharat 2047".

The meeting, which lasted over four hours, came at a time when India is grappling with the economic fallout of the escalating conflict in West Asia, especially disruptions linked to the Strait of Hormuz - one of the world's most important oil transit chokepoints.

PM Modi reiterated his push for faster governance and warned ministers against bureaucratic delays.

According to people aware of the discussions, the Prime Minister said files should not "move endlessly from desk...