CCS meeting chaired by PM Modi, know which issues were discussed

There is an atmosphere of tension in the Middle East after the death of Iran’s Supreme Leader Khamenei. Iran is launching missile attacks on the American air bases of its neighboring countries. Here, the Cabinet Committee on Security (CCS) met under the chairmanship of Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday night in Delhi. In this meeting, a meeting was held to review the changing situation in West Asia. The committee was informed of the February 28 air strikes in Iran and the subsequent violence, including attacks in several Gulf countries (UAE, Qatar and Bahrain). Information was given about this.

Discussion on security, economic and commercial activities

Amidst the attacks, serious concerns were raised about the safety and security of the Indian expatriate community living in the Gulf country. The CCS also reviewed the difficulties faced by Indian travelers traveling to and from the region and students appearing for scheduled examinations, as well as its major impact on the security, economic and commercial activity of the region.

Instructions to take necessary steps to help Indian citizens

CCS directed all concerned departments to take necessary and possible steps to help Indian citizens affected by these incidents. It stressed the importance of an early end to hostilities and a return to dialogue and diplomacy.

Know what is CCS?

CCS is the highest decision making body on security and strategic matters of the country. Prime Minister Narendra Modi chaired the CCS meeting, a source said without giving details of the meeting.

These people were present in the meeting

The CCS meeting was held soon after PM Modi reached the national capital at around 9.30 pm following his two-day tour of Rajasthan, Gujarat, Tamil Nadu and Puducherry. Sources said that committee members including Defense Minister Rajnath Singh, Home Minister Amit Shah, Foreign Minister S Jaishankar and Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman were present in this meeting. In the meeting, top officials briefed about the current situation in West Asia and its implications for India.

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