Global challenges call for practical solutions, says India

In response to the global implications of the Ukraine-Russia war, Union Minister Hardeep Singh Puri emphasized the importance of pragmatic approaches in dealing with challenges and crises.

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Speaking at the World Economic Forum Annual Meeting during a session on ‘energy and rivalry,’ Puri cited India’s example, highlighting the country’s swift and pragmatic response to the energy crisis triggered by the conflict.

Puri, who serves as the Minister for Petroleum and Natural Gas as well as Housing and Urban Affairs, underscored India’s commitment to addressing domestic needs, particularly the responsibility of providing three meals a day to its large population. Despite these challenges, Puri emphasized that India has not allowed its domestic compulsions to hinder global commitments toward a sustainable future.