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Andhra CM Naidu Demands Diesel, Petrol Supply Normalization by April 27

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu has directed officials to restore normal fuel supply by Monday, April 27, amid a sudden shortage. The demand for petrol surged by 34% and diesel by 16% due to commercial consumers buying at retail outlets. Naidu questioned oil companies on halting credit facilities and warned of consequences for deliberate disruptions. He ordered a special task force, CCTV monitoring, and no "No Stock" boards by Monday.

Key Points: Andhra CM Naidu Orders Fuel Supply Restoration by April 27

  • Andhra CM Naidu orders fuel supply normalcy by April 27
  • Demand surge of 34% for petrol and 16% for diesel
  • Private operators like Nayara, Reliance, Jio stopped supply
  • Special task force and control room to be set up
  • Inquiry ordered into sudden shortage
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Increase diesel and petrol supply by April 27: Andhra CM Naidu directs officials

Andhra CM Chandrababu Naidu directs officials to restore normal petrol and diesel supply by Monday, amid 34% demand surge and shortage issues.

"No Stock boards should not be seen anywhere in the state by Monday. - CM N Chandrababu Naidu"

Amaravati, April 26

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu directed officials and oil company representatives to ensure that fuel supply meets the growing demand and that normal conditions are restored across the state by Monday.

During a teleconference held from the camp office on Sunday, the CM reviewed the reasons behind the petrol and diesel shortage in the state.

Officials explained that the situation arose due to commercial consumers purchasing fuel at retail outlets. Normally, petrol sales in the state are around 6,330 KL per day.

However, on Saturday, demand surged by 34%, reaching 8,489 KL, and on Sunday, it remained 22% higher than usual at 7,750 KL.

Similarly, diesel sales also increased. The normal daily diesel sales of 9,048 KL rose by 16% on Saturday to 10,556 KL, and on Sunday, demand was still 3% higher at 9,392 KL. District collectors also noted that private operators like Nayara, Reliance, and Jio stopping supply to their outlets worsened the situation.

Officials informed that oil companies have stopped extending credit to retail outlets. The CM questioned representatives of HPCL, IOCL, and BPCL on why credit facilities were halted. He instructed that there should be no disruption in supply between retail outlets.

He warned that if companies deliberately trouble the public or government, their permissions may be reconsidered. He made it clear that irresponsible decisions affecting essential commodities will not be tolerated.

Expressing displeasure, the CM questioned why corrective measures were not taken earlier despite identifying the issue three days ago. He emphasised that officials should deliver results rather than just reports.

The CM directed district collectors to establish a special task force and control room involving revenue, police, and legal metrology departments until normalcy is restored. He ordered an inquiry into the sudden shortage.

He highlighted the increased demand from the agriculture and aquaculture sectors and instructed that there should be no diesel shortage for paddy harvesting machines. He suggested exploring a coupon system for farmers in coordination with agriculture officials.

He also directed that security (revenue and police) be deployed at every fuel station, CCTV monitoring be ensured, and no black-market sales should occur.

The CM clearly stated that "No Stock" boards should not be seen anywhere in the state by Monday.

- ANI

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Priya S
Good to see the CM stepping in, but why did it take three days to act? The officials should have seen this coming when commercial buyers started emptying retail outlets. Hope the inquiry actually fixes the root cause and not just a temporary patch-up.
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Ravi K
A coupon system for farmers is a sensible idea. The agriculture and aquaculture sectors are the backbone of Andhra's economy. If harvesting machines can't get diesel, it's a disaster. Security at fuel stations also needed—black-marketing always spikes in such crises. Good move, CM! 👍
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Aditya G
Why did private players like Nayara, Reliance, and Jio stop supply? That's a serious question. If they can't play by the rules, government should reconsider their permissions like Naidu said. Public interest can't be held hostage by corporate decisions. Let's see if Monday brings back normalcy.
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Naveen S
Honestly, this shortage was preventable. The oil companies should have anticipated the demand spike from commercial buyers post-lockdown relaxation. But good that the CM is cracking down now. CCTV monitoring at fuel stations is a much-needed step—transparency in fuel distribution will help everyone.
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Sneha F
It's good that the CM is taking charge, but why did credit facilities get stopped? That must be hitting small retail dealers hard. Hope the task force looks into that too. And please, no black-marketing—we've seen enough of that in previous crises. Stay vigilant, people!

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