At a time when the price of crude oil is increasing due to the U.S.-Iran conflict, supply chains are experiencing strain and inflation is threatening the global economy, Prime Minister Modi’s call for individuals to consume responsibly and to have discipline in their economies was not simply political talk. His call was a reminder that national resilience does not just depend on government policies but that it also depends on the collective participation of the public. 

Today, India is one of the fastest growing major economies in the world, but it continues to heavily rely on imports for important goods such as crude oil, edible oils, and fertilizers. Currently, India imports approximately 85% of its crude oil requirements and as a result, every geopolitical crisis occurring in West Asia poses an economic issue for households across India. Therefore, the Prime Minister’s call to reduce fuel wastage and increase usage of public transportation is practical and........

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