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Tamil Nadu Official Urges Calm: Ample Fuel Stocks Amid Panic Buying

Tamil Nadu's State-level Coordinator for Petroleum and Gas, Annadurai, has addressed public concerns following a sudden surge in fuel purchases. He confirmed that adequate stocks of petrol, diesel, and LPG are available across all supply terminals and refineries have been instructed to increase production. Annadurai clarified LPG booking rules, stating urban consumers can get a cylinder every 25 days and rural consumers every 45 days. The government has invoked the Essential Commodities Act to prioritize domestic LPG supply due to global disruptions from the West Asia conflict.

Key Points: Adequate Petrol, Diesel, LPG Stocks Assured by Tamil Nadu Official

  • Sudden 100% spike in petrol sales
  • Officials urge public against panic buying
  • Adequate stocks at all supply terminals
  • LPG supply guidelines clarified for urban/rural users
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"Do not panic; adequate LPG stocks at all supply terminals": Tamil Nadu SLC Annadurai

State coordinator Annadurai says fuel stocks are sufficient, urges public not to panic after a sudden surge in purchases. Details on LPG supply guidelines.

"Do not panic, because we have adequate stocks in all supply terminals. - Annadurai"

Chennai, March 14

State-level Co-ordinator for Petroleum and Gas between the state and central government, Annadurai, on Tuesday sought to allay public fears following a sudden surge in fuel purchases, saying that stocks of petrol, diesel, and LPG are adequate across the country.

Speaking to the reporters, Annadurai said, "All the oil PSUs saw a sudden increase in sales, with petrol sales rising by 100% in a single day and diesel by 75%. This led to unnecessary panic. The main message is: do not panic, because we have adequate stocks in all supply terminals. Major refineries have been instructed to step up production to meet the country's needs, and pipelines and rail wagons are moving products to the terminals. Rest assured, there are sufficient stocks of petrol and diesel. People need not worry. Yesterday, demand had already come down to 20-21%, and today it is expected to fall further."

On LPG, Annadurai highlighted adherence to the government's guidelines, stating that urban consumers can book and receive a cylinder every 25 days, while rural consumers can do so every 45 days.

"Coming to LPG, as per the Government of India's guidelines, urban customers can book and receive a cylinder every 25 days, while rural customers can book one every 45 days. With respect to stock availability, all PSUs have enough to manage supplies for the month, and further arrangements are being made to meet the country's needs," he said.

The shortage of LPG has emerged amid global energy supply disruptions triggered by the ongoing conflict in West Asia. In response, the Union government has invoked the Essential Commodities Act to prioritise domestic LPG supply, reserving higher allocations for households, hospitals, and essential services while restricting commercial distribution in several regions.

The Union Petroleum Ministry on Saturday stated that while there is no immediate shortage of LPG, the supply situation remains a matter of concern due to the prevailing geopolitical situation.

- ANI

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Rohit P
The 25-day rule for urban LPG is fine on paper, but last month my booking took 32 days to deliver. Officials assure us, but the ground reality is different. Hope the "further arrangements" actually improve delivery timelines.
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Sarah B
Living in Chennai, I saw the queues at petrol pumps yesterday. It was chaotic. People hear one rumour and start hoarding. Thanks to Mr. Annadurai for the clear data - sales are already coming down. Let's be calm.
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Karthik V
The global situation is worrying, but prioritizing households and hospitals is the right move by the Centre. Jai Hind. We should support the government and not create an artificial crisis here.
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Meera T
What about the price? Adequate stock is one thing, but if prices shoot up due to global issues, that's a bigger worry for middle-class families like mine. Hope the government is also looking at price stabilization.
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Aman W
Good step to invoke the Essential Commodities Act. In times like these, domestic needs must come first. The 45-day cycle for rural areas seems long though, hope those logistics are strengthened.

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