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Sitharaman Dismisses India Lockdown Rumors as 'Baseless,' Citing Pakistan's Situation
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Sitharaman Debunks India Lockdown Rumours: 'Happening In Pakistan, Not India'
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27-03-2026, 18:22
Sitharaman Debunks India Lockdown Rumours: 'Happening In Pakistan, Not India'
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Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman dismissed rumours of a nationwide lockdown in India as “baseless”.
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She urged politicians and the public not to spread fear regarding a potential lockdown.
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Sitharaman stated, "Where is this lockdown happening? It is happening in Pakistan, not in India."
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She compared India's situation with neighbouring countries, highlighting India's careful resource management.
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The Finance Minister assured that India is managing the situation to prevent difficulties for its citizens, despite Middle East developments.
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