Bhubaneswar, March 29 -- Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday expressed gratitude to Gulf nations for supporting Indian citizens amid the ongoing West Asia conflict, while asserting that India is handling the emerging global fuel crisis with resilience. He made the remarks during the 132nd episode of his radio programme Mann Ki Baat.

Highlighting the impact of the conflict, PM Modi noted that lakhs of Indian families have relatives working in the region, particularly in Gulf countries. He thanked these nations for extending assistance to over one crore Indians residing there and emphasised the need for unity during challenging times.

The Prime Minister urged political parties and citizens to refrain from politicising the West Asia sit...