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IndianOil Urges "No Panic Booking" as LPG Demand Spikes Amid Global Tensions

Indian Oil Corporation has appealed to consumers to avoid panic or advance bookings for LPG refills, stating such behavior temporarily spikes demand and affects delivery schedules. The company and the government assure that the domestic LPG supply remains secure and uninterrupted despite global energy disruptions. Union Minister Suresh Gopi emphasized efforts to shield the common man from global supply constraints, noting a 36% increase in domestic LPG production. Authorities are monitoring the situation and state governments are taking measures to prevent hoarding and black marketing.

Key Points: IndianOil Appeals to Avoid Panic LPG Booking, Assures Supply

  • IndianOil assures secure LPG supply
  • Advises against panic booking to ease delivery timelines
  • Domestic LPG production up 36%
  • Government monitoring supply amid geopolitical tensions
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"Avoid panic booking": IndianOil appeals to consumers over advance LPG refill requests

IndianOil assures secure LPG supply, urges consumers to avoid advance bookings to prevent delivery delays amid global energy disruptions.

"A small step can make a big difference: Please book your LPG refill only when required and avoid panic bookings. - IndianOil"

New Delhi, March 17

Indian Oil Corporation Ltd on Tuesday assured that LPG supply across the country remains secure and uninterrupted, even as some households book refills earlier than usual.

In a post on X, the company said advance or panic bookings are temporarily spiking demand and affecting delivery timelines.

"Your LPG supply remains secure and uninterrupted. IndianOil continues to ensure steady LPG availability for households across the country. We understand that some customers may be booking refills earlier than usual. However, advance or panic bookings can temporarily increase demand and affect delivery timelines."

The company emphasised that households should book LPG refills only when necessary to ensure timely distribution. "A small step can make a big difference: Please book your LPG refill only when required and avoid panic bookings. Our teams and distributors remain committed to ensuring cylinders reach homes across India," the oil marketing company said.

The shortage of LPG or crude oil has emerged amid global energy supply disruptions triggered by the ongoing conflict in West Asia.

On Monday, Union Minister of State for Petroleum and Natural Gas Suresh Gopi said that the government is making all efforts to ensure that global energy supply constraints do not affect the common man.

The minister said there is no critical issue with LPG. "We are also finding alternative means. Why is the opposition not thinking about enthusing whichever party has the upper hand in such states? They should talk to the contingent who is looking after the food care of the people. They can propose alternative methods...We are trying to overcome that criticality in the situation due to a West Asian issue. You know how the Hormuz is favouring us. Let us wait to see fruitful results," Suresh Gopi told reporters.

The government has said that LPG supply continues to be monitored in view of the prevailing geopolitical situation, and domestic LPG production has increased by 36 per cent.

Online LPG cylinder bookings have increased from about 84% to around 90%, officials said.

They said state Governments undertaking enforcement measures to prevent hoarding and black marketing.

- ANI

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Rohit P
Good that IndianOil is communicating clearly. But the real issue is the delivery timeline itself. In my Bangalore apartment, even normal bookings take 4-5 days. If panic booking adds 2 more days, it becomes a week without gas! The system needs more resilience. 🍳
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Suresh O
The minister's statement is confusing. What does "Hormuz is favouring us" mean? Instead of such vague assurances, they should give clear data on stocks and supply chains. We are not children to be pacified with words. We need transparency.
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Meera T
In smaller towns, the fear is real because we've faced shortages before. When the news talks about global conflicts, people get worried. IndianOil should run awareness campaigns on local radio and WhatsApp to reassure people, not just post on X.
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Aman W
Domestic production up by 36% is excellent news! This is the way forward - reduce dependency on imports. Jai Hind! 🇮🇳 Hope the government continues to focus on Aatmanirbhar Bharat in the energy sector.
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Nisha Z
It's a chain reaction. One person panics, tells ten others, and suddenly the whole colony is booking cylinders. We need to be more sensible. My family will follow the advice and book only when the gauge shows red.

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