The government on Friday strongly dismissed rumours of a lockdown in India even as it moved to secure citizens from the impact of high fuel costs by changing excise rules and absorbing duty cut burden on fuel.Union Petroleum Minister Hardeep Puri said the rumours of a lockdown are false and no such proposal is being considered.”The global situation remains in a flux, and we are closely monitoring developments across energy, supply chains, and essential commodities on a real-time basis.“Under the leadership of PM Modi all necessary steps are being taken to ensure uninterrupted availability of fuel, energy, and other critical supplies for our citizens. We are fully prepared to handle emerging challenges.“India has consistently demonstrated resilience in the face of global uncertainties, and we will continue to act in a timely, proactive, and coordinated manner,” Puri saidHe said the rumours of a lockdown in India are completely false. “Let me state this clearly, there is no such proposal under consideration by the Government of India. In such times, it is important that we remain calm, responsible, and united. Attempts to spread rumours and create panic in such a situation are irresponsible and harmful,” he said.