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India's Neutral Stance on Iran War Risks Food Security

3/23/2026

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India remains neutral amid the Iran war, a stance tested by Hormuz oil flows.
About 90% of India's crude oil is imported, with roughly half through the Strait of Hormuz.
Rising prices could cut GDP growth from 7% to 6%.
Strait of Hormuz closure could trigger a fertilizer crisis and worsen food insecurity.
The government must reassess food security strategies to mitigate these risks.

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Story summary

India remains neutral amid the Iran war, a stance tested by Hormuz oil flows.
About 90% of India's crude oil is imported, with roughly half through the Strait of Hormuz.
Rising prices could cut GDP growth from 7% to 6%.
Strait of Hormuz closure could trigger a fertilizer crisis and worsen food insecurity.
The government must reassess food security strategies to mitigate these risks.