West Asia conflict: Cabinet Committee on Security meets under Narendra Modi to assess impact on India

Prime Minister Narendra Modi chaired a Cabinet Committee on Security meeting to review the evolving West Asia conflict, sources said. Senior ministers and officials were briefed on regional developments and possible implications for India. The meeting followed Modi’s return to New Delhi after a multi-state tour and was attended by key members, including Rajnath Singh and S Jaishankar.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi chaired a Cabinet Committee on Security meeting on Sunday night. The panel reviewed fallout from the fresh conflict in West Asia. Sources said the discussion focused on risks for India. It followed the US and Israeli attack on Iran. The assault also led to the killing of Iran’s Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.

Officials said the region’s airspace was almost shut due to military escalation. Flight disruptions left hundreds of Indians stranded at Dubai, Doha, and other airports. Many posted online appeals for government help. Sources said the committee considered how to respond if conditions worsen. The safety of Indians living there was also discussed.

Cabinet Committee on Security meets on West Asia conflict

The Cabinet Committee on Security met soon after Modi reached Delhi at about 9.30 pm. Modi had returned after a two-day tour of Rajasthan, Gujarat, Tamil Nadu and Puducherry. A source confirmed Modi led the CCS meeting. The source did not share details about what was decided.

The meeting included Defence Minister Rajnath Singh and Home Minister Amit Shah. External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar and Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman also attended. Sources said senior officials briefed members on the situation in West Asia. They also outlined possible effects on India’s interests and citizens.

Cabinet Committee on Security reviews Indian nationals and Hormuz risks

National Security Advisor Ajit Doval was present at the meeting, sources said. Principal secretaries P K Mishra and Shaktikanta Das also attended. Chief of Defence Staff General Anil Chauhan joined, along with Cabinet Secretary T V Somanathan. Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri was also in the room.

Sources said the committee reviewed the Strait of Hormuz closure by Iranian authorities. The route is crucial for Indian oil carriers and other shipping. The officials assessed how disruptions could affect supplies and movement. India has carried out large evacuations from conflict zones before, including in West Asia.

There are around 10,000 Indian citizens who live, study and work in Iran. Over 40,000 Indians live in Israel, according to estimates cited by sources. Indians living across the Gulf and West Asia total about nine million. The Ministry of External Affairs said missions stay in touch with citizens, and helplines were activated.

Cabinet Committee on Security notes Iran attack and regional response

Iran’s Supreme Leader Khamenei was killed after a major attack early Saturday. The strikes were launched by Israel and the United States. Iranian state television and the state-run IRNA news agency announced the 86-year-old’s death early Sunday. US President Donald Trump said it gave Iranians their greatest chance to take back their country.

"The heavy and pinpoint bombing was to continue through the week or as long as necessary,\" Trump said. Iran responded by firing drones and missiles at Israel. Iran also targeted US military installations around the Gulf region. Strikes also hit the global business hub of Dubai, officials said.

On Sunday, Shia mourners marched in several parts of India. The gatherings expressed grief and anger over Khamenei’s killing. The CCS meeting took place as the regional crisis unfolded quickly. Authorities said Indian missions remained engaged with citizens. The government continued to track travel and shipping disruptions in West Asia.

With inputs from PTI