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Indian Oil Chairman Urges Calm, Dismisses Fuel Shortage Rumours

The Chairman of Indian Oil Corporation, Arvinder Singh Sahney, has assured the public there is no shortage of petrol or diesel and urged citizens not to engage in panic buying based on unverified rumours. Leading Oil Marketing Companies, including Bharat Petroleum and Hindustan Petroleum, have issued statements confirming stable fuel supplies and adequate national stocks. They emphasized that India is a net exporter of petrol and diesel and that supply chains are operating smoothly. The appeals for calm come amid broader global energy security concerns stemming from the ongoing West Asia conflict.

Key Points: No Fuel Shortage in India, Say Oil Companies

  • No petrol or diesel shortage in India
  • Panic buying based on rumours warned against
  • Oil marketing companies confirm stable supply
  • Adequate national stocks of crude and fuel available
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Let us act responsibly, support seamless fuel availability for all: Indian Oil Chairman cautions against panic buying

Indian Oil Chairman Arvinder Singh Sahney assures adequate fuel stocks nationwide, urges public to avoid panic buying and ignore unverified rumours.

"Let us act responsibly and support seamless fuel availability for all. - Arvinder Singh Sahney"

New Delhi, March 25

The Chairman of Indian Oil Corporation, Arvinder Singh Sahney, on Wednesday urged the public to "act responsibly" and not to trust "unverified rumours" regarding the supply disruption of petrol or diesel.

"We would like to assure all citizens that there is no shortage of petrol or diesel. IndianOil outlets nationwide are well-stocked and functioning normally. Unverified rumours can lead to unnecessary panic and supply disruptions. Please avoid panic buying and trust only official sources. Let us act responsibly and support seamless fuel availability for all," Chairman Sahney said.

Earlier in the day, leading Oil Marketing Companies (OMCs) clarified that there is no shortage of petrol, diesel, or LPG across the country, dismissing recent rumours of scarcity as "completely unfounded."

In official statements issued to the public, OMCs confirmed that fuel supplies remain stable and that adequate stocks are currently available to meet national demand without any disruption.

Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited (BPCL) said, "Important Information for All Citizens. Rumours about petrol and diesel shortages in certain areas are completely unfounded. There is no shortage of fuel across the nation. India is a net exporter of petrol and diesel. We have adequate stocks of crude oil, petrol, diesel, and ATF. Supply chains are operating smoothly without any disruption. Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited is fully operational and committed to ensuring an uninterrupted fuel supply. Citizens are advised not to panic or engage in unnecessary buying. Fuel availability remains stable and sufficient."

Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited (HPCL) echoed these sentiments in its own communication, assuring customers that there is no shortage of petrol, diesel, or LPG across the country.

"Dear Customers, There is no shortage of petrol, diesel, or LPG across the country. Fuel supplies remain stable, and adequate stocks are available. Customers are advised not to be misled by rumours or resort to panic buying. Please continue with normal consumption patterns. HPCL remains committed to ensuring an uninterrupted and seamless fuel supply across its network," HPCL said.

To further demonstrate the stability of the supply chain, Indian Oil provided real-time updates from its retail facilities, highlighting the situation at its COCO Maradu outlet.

"Our Retail Outlet COCO Maradu, Kochi at 09:30 AM Today. No Rush! No Panic! Everything is operating smoothly. We remain fully committed and available to serve you at all times," IOCL stated.

The ongoing West Asia conflict has intensified concerns over global energy security, with supply bottlenecks and damaged infrastructure continuing to disrupt markets.

- ANI

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Rohit P
Saw long queues at my local pump yesterday because of these WhatsApp forwards. People need to stop spreading rumours. Thanks to Indian Oil for the clarification. 👍
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Aman W
While I appreciate the assurance, the timing is curious. With global tensions in West Asia, it's natural for people to worry about fuel prices and supply. The government should be more proactive in communicating stock levels to prevent such rumours in the first place.
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Sarah B
Good to see all three major OMCs giving the same message. Consistency is key to building public trust. Hope people listen and avoid creating artificial shortages.
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Vikram M
The real-time update from the Kochi outlet is a smart move. Show, don't just tell. More transparency like this will kill rumours faster than any statement. Bharat is a net exporter, we should remember that!
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Kavya N
My father was about to go fill up both our cars because of a message from his friend's group. I showed him this article. Thank you for the clear info. We need to educate our elders about fake news.

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