India today deplored the use of force in Libya and expressed serious concern over loss of numerous lives. Expressing full respect for sovereignty, unity and territorial integrity of Libya, New Delhi also called on the Libyan authorities to cease fire, protect the civilian population and address the legitimate demands of the Libyan people. A statement issued by the Ministry of External Affairs explaining India's absentation from the UN Security Council vote said, there is relatively little credible information on the situation on the ground in Libya. Moreover, New Delhi also do not have clarity about details of enforcement measures, including who and with what assets will participate and how these measures will be exactly carried out. It further said, the financial measures that are proposed in the UN resolution could impact the ongoing trade and investment activities of a number of member-states thereby adversely affecting the economic interests of the Libyan people and others dependent on these trade and economic ties. The statement said, all have to ensure that the measures will mitigate and not exacerbate an already difficult situation for the people of Libya.Moreover, the report of the special envoy appointed by the UN Secretary-General has yet to be made public. It, however stressed the importance of political efforts, including those of the Secretary-General’s Special Envoy, to address the situation.