West Asia is the victim of Iran-Israel-US war. Despite India is comparatively safe, the nightmare of 90 days element haunts the nation. We are holding the stock only for 90 days, and if the war continues for more than three months, India too can be in trouble. Each country is having their own strategies to beat the heat and to face the crisis. Amazon Brand - Myx Women's Schiffli Embroidery Ethnic Dress | Fit and Flare | Knee Length (Available in Plus Sizes)
Few major players have called it a crisis hour and have urged their citizens to cooperate. Here is a look at some of the measures planned by countries in South Asia.
India
The government had to cut down on excise duties on petrol and diesel and windfall taxes imposed on aviation fuel and diesel exports. Emergency measures imposed to divert gas supplies from non-priority sectors to key users. Oil refiners were directed to increase the production of liquefied petroleum gas and the LNG is rationed and the booking span should be minimum of 28 days.
Pakistan
Markets and shopping malls across the country are told to close at 8 pm, except in Sindh province. Wedding events at commercial venues or at private properties and homes cannot exceed beyond 10 p.m. Intra-city public transport to remain free for one month in Gilgit and Muzaffarabad cities.
Government departments' fuel allowances slashed by 50% for two months. Working day per week has been shortened to four working days for government offices. All the offices have to operate with only 50 percent staff. Pakistan Super League, a franchise-based T20 cricket league, had to move initial matches behind closed doors.
Bangladesh
Offices and banks have to operate only for seven hours, shopping malls to close by 7 pm, Offices to cut power consumption, including by avoiding excessive lighting. Strict ban on decorative lighting. Reduction in fuel and energy use in public offices, restrictions on non-essential travel. Guterres Pleads for Diplomacy to Prevent a Humanitarian and Ecological Catastrophe
Nepal
Fuel quota imposed on senior administrative officials and slashed by 50 percent. Government offices and Schools will have three days of compulsory leave. Government to make legal arrangements to convert petrol and diesel vehicles to electric vehicles. Price of aviation fuel more than doubled to keep the demand-supply, stable. Petrol and diesel prices raised and cooking gas rationing started.
Sri Lanka
From Wednesday the government has announced indefinitely leave to schools and government offices. Train and bus services reduced and Power tariffs raised for households and industries. A Historic Reckoning in Madurai. When the Protectors Turn Perpetrators, the Law Ensures No Badge is Above Human Life
Maldives
Seeking fuel supply from India and drastic hike in fuel prices.