New Delhi, April 1 -- The Government on Wednesday said there is no shortage of essential commodities, fuel, or agricultural inputs in the country, even as it continues to closely monitor the evolving situation in West Asia and its potential impact on domestic supply chains.

At an inter-ministerial media briefing held at the National Media Centre, officials from key ministries, including Petroleum and Natural Gas, Agriculture, Civil Aviation, External Affairs, and Shipping, outlined measures taken to ensure stability across sectors and urged citizens to avoid panic buying.

The Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare said adequate seed availability has been ensured for the upcoming Kharif 2026 season, with a surplus of about 19.29 lakh ...